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Job Description BAE Systems, one of the world’s leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, is hiring a Prin Procurement Analyst/Planner for our GOCO (government owned contractor operated) facilities located in Radford, VA and Kingsport, TN. This buying/planning role will solicit, award, and manage procurements subject to FAR/DFAR regulations and indirect procurements. Successful candidate should be skilled in tactical execution of purchase orders in addition to a general knowledge of Supply Chain planning.
It is preferred the candidate be local to Kingsport, TN or Radford, VA.
Location/Travel/Schedule:
• This position will require up to 10% of travel.
Responsibilities:
• Award and manage procurements for various commodities.
• Possess knowledge of strategic procurement and the establishment of long term agreements.
• Execute planning activities in support of production and stores activities.
• Work with peer Buyers and Procurement Managers to meet objectives within a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Review and analyze open purchase orders (POs); identify potential delays or risks and expedite orders as needed
• Interface with customers and suppliers, providing status reports, and ensuring on-time deliveries
• Work directly with suppliers to troubleshoot and resolve shipping or invoicing issues
• Enter and maintain Procurement documents in ERP system.
• Facilitate onboarding of new suppliers
• Review, analyze, and report procurement related data within ERP and Excel.
• Perform price analysis and source justifications for all procurements.
• Execute subcontract closeout activities.
• Support process improvement initiatives.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
• Typically a Bachelor’s Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
• Previous Supply Chain experience
• Experience with procurements subject to FAR/DFARS regulations.
• Ability to support a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to remain motivated and meet program objectives
• Intermediate analytical skills
• Good communication skills
• Experience in MS Office
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain
• Supply Chain Planning Experience
• Experience in Fourth Shift, Coupa, and Maximo.
• Experience in Data Analytics and Reporting
• Knowledge of import/export regulations
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $78930 – $134190
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
