Sr. Supply Chain Proposal Professional

Job Description :

Saab, Inc. has a career opportunity for a dynamic, results-oriented Sr. Supply Chain Proposal Professional to join the Supply Chain team.

You will work with the greater proposal team and manage every aspect of the Supply Chain inputs to a customer proposal. This role has an outsized impact on the company as a whole and is vital for profitable execution of Saab programs.

Responsibilities include :

Partners with key cross-functional stakeholders to develop cost estimates for both material and labor.

Works with cross functional leaders, DOSC, and Supply Chain team members to develop key project milestones of overall material program schedules to be supported by Supply Chain for all proposal work.

Represents Supply Chain in Business Development and Proposal meetings (and coordinates with the Supply Chain team) to provide recommendations to the Supply Chain Manager on strategy and provide recommendations to cross functional leaders.

Collaborates with stakeholders across the US and Interdivisional affiliates. Expected travel to Saab Inc., US locations and to Sweden will be up to 10-25%.

Acts with individual agency ensuring professional accountability for work your work product.

Exhibits exceptional competency in contractual and financial acumen.

Compensation Range : $75,800- $94,800

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education / training.

Skills and Experience :

Supply Chain experience with the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, or Federal Aviation Administration.

Comprehensive understanding of the procurement process (sourcing, qualifying suppliers, placing orders, tracking On Time Deliveries, and expediting).

A strong ability to master the details of each assigned project and independently problem solve.

Possesses an inquisitive nature and has a strong ability to ask insightful questions.

Experience navigating through an ERP system.

Experience with contracting methods and types.

Analytical thinking and problem solving- ability to apply sound judgement and creativity.

Must be able to engage with executive level leadership, clients, and cross functional teams.

Financial Acumen- ability to determine cost reasonableness.

BA / BS degree with 7+ years of experience or MBA / MS / JD degree with 5+ years of experience.

Desired Skills :

5 or more years of experience in a production and / or development environment with preference for aerospace and defense experience.

Experience with working as part of a proposal team I response to a customer solicitation.

Has developed Individual Subcontracting Plans.

Cross-functional experience working with Quality, Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, Program Management.

Continuous Improvement (Black Belt, Green Belt).

Comprehension of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).

Experience interacting with programs and reporting out to business leadership.

Willingness to travel up to 25% in support of program and business development efforts.

Must be capable of obtaining a Secret level clearance.

Citizenship Requirements :

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces :

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces.

As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits :

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits :

Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

Paid time off including : minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

Employee stock purchase program with employer match