Job Description

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The Supply Chain Subcontracts Management Director will be responsible for the management and oversight of all subcontractor activities in support of BAE Systems SMS customer programs (Direct Purchasing). This position represents an exciting opportunity to design and implement a centrally managed material subcontracts management organization with the intent of enabling consistent, improved subcontractor relationship / performance management.

This position will be responsible for bringing together multiple, smaller teams of subcontract management professionals, partnering with business unit program management staff to effectively manage all subcontracted activities for the success and profitability of direct programs. This position reports directly to the BAE Systems SMS Senior Director of Supply Chain.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

The Integrated Supply Chain team has a direct impact on program success, acting as a critical chain that links the end-to-end material flow together. Our organization helps propel us forward and achieve true mission partnership.

What You ll Do:

• Assess current organization operations and enhance the organizational design as necessary to ensure a strong and success-oriented approach to managing all direct subcontracts.

• Mentor, train and supervise a diverse and growing team of Supply Chain (SC) professionals responsible for oversight of subcontractor activities required by BAE Systems SMS programs in a manner consistent with all Federal, DoD, Commercial and other unique customer regulations.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with new business capture and proposal leads across BAE Systems SMS to enable early identification and proactive partnering with regard to Supply Chain outsourcing strategies.

• Ensure subcontracts managers staffing levels are maintained at appropriate level to provide the support required for proposals & programs.

• Direct the allocation of personnel within the Subcontracts Management (SCM) organization, and set priorities in support of business unit proposals, programs, and other organizational areas of interest to include strategic initiatives and special projects requiring subcontracts input and support.

• Maintain standard processes & tools necessary to support SCMs in the performance of their jobs; to include mechanisms for timely leadership review and approval of SC proposal inputs, negotiation strategies and program execution status.

• Own the SMS Supply Chain Strategy as it relates to this position; develop the tactical continuous improvement plan specific to those elements of the strategy associated with subcontractor management.

• Partner with fellow SC leaders to develop the technology roadmap and KPI/metric reports required to support the subcontracts management team and clearly measure the performance and value this organization delivers to BAE Systems SMS.

• Present information on department performance to SC Senior Director, SC leadership team and/or BAE Systems SMS management, as required.

• Lead, train, mentor, and develop a diverse supply chain team.

• Be a knowledge leader for the SCM organization. Ensure department functions are properly managed for effectiveness and excellence. Provide vision and leadership to department employees and ensure employees are trained and developed and are engaged in performing their duties and responsibilities to the highest levels of performance.

• Provide a challenging work environment and a motivating atmosphere for the department and/or support function supervised to achieve business objectives.

• Manage budgets and finances and department resources ensuring they are utilized appropriately and in the best interest of the company, our customers, and is in compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and directives such that the department, its employees, and operations are ready for any audits either internal or external that may be required.

• Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes and regulations as well as company policies and directives.

• Perform those administrative activities necessary for the effective management of the company including provision for the selection and development of employees, salary administration, budget administration, employee safety, employee counseling and motivation, organization goals and objectives, and planning, organizing, integrating and measuring the work performed within the company.

• Perform such individual assignments as directed; establish and maintain effective work relationships within the SC Organization, BAE Systems SMS, BAE Systems Inc., and the community; and maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.

• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.

• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site 4-5 days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS/BA in related field plus 15 years or more related experience.

• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.

• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.

• Ability to attain a CI Poly clearance.

• Demonstrated expertise in highly complex business procedures and strategies across the acquisition lifecycle, specifically within DoD / NASA construct.

• Professional, demonstrated experience as the lead for major Subcontract Manager for multiple large-scale (>$7.5M), complex subcontracts formally governed by a Statement of Work (SOW) in support of DoD and/or NASA programs.

• Professional experience and demonstrated expertise in US Government Program Proposal Development, US Government purchasing / acquisitions, and material handling.

• A working knowledge of standard tools, KPIs and processes required to support and measure the value-add of the Supply Chain purchasing organization (i.e., MRP, invoicing, forecasting, compliance, etc).

• Ability to act in a leadership capacity, provide vision to those supervised, and guide diverse departments and employees to ever higher levels of achievement.

• Ability to effectively relate with others and cooperate as a team member.

• Demonstrated expertise in aerospace industry and government contracting and billing procedures.

• Ability to effectively interact with suppliers and external customers at the highest levels.

• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop high performance work teams.

• Extensive FAR/DFAR knowledge.

• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Majority of career spent as team / organizational leader in Aerospace & Defense Supply Chain organization.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Recognized, formal industry certification in one or more of the following is preferred: Program Management, Contract Management and/or Supply Chain Management.

• Capture or proposal lead experience preferred.

• Demonstrated track record of success driving win-win supplier negotiations preferred.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $181000 - $250000

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.

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