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Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Indirect

Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Indirect

The Aerospace CorporationEl Segundo, CA, United States
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Overview

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are engaged across all aspects of space—delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Job Summary

The Supply Chain department manages all aspects of procurement for The Aerospace Corporation. We offer the opportunity to be part of a diverse team that purchases a wide range of capital, indirect and government funded products and services including IT, specialized equipment, facilities services and engineering, design, and construction. As the Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Indirect (Subcontracts Admin Staff IV), you will provide your experience and understanding of strategic sourcing and procurement of indirect / direct goods and services.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead complex strategic sourcing and procurement activities and manage strategic supplier contracts of indirect goods and services for The Aerospace Corporation
  • Evaluate and improve sourcing activities, analyzing current suppliers and cost
  • Complete formal market analysis to investigate market behaviors, trends and influences on the category requirement
  • Identify the best contract approach, pricing model, and category management governance
  • Lead RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, RFSs, supplier / source selection, proposal evaluation teams, negotiations (with internal stakeholders like legal and risk management and external with the supplier) and awarding best value contracts
  • Evaluate current need and forecast product and services demands for assigned contracts
  • Implement procedures to continuously evaluate suppliers, costs and deliverability
  • Administer and lead post-award supplier management / administration, including SRM, continuous improvement / transformation / innovation as required

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Subcontracts Admin Staff IV :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field
  • 8 years of supply chain experience with 5 years of relevant procurement strategic sourcing and contracting
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office : Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Demonstrated understanding and execution of the entire procurement cycle
  • Technical leadership and contractual competencies to form strategies to construct and execute contractual activities utilizing various contracting types that are developed based on the need of each organization
  • Experience establishing / developing appropriately scaled SRM framework
  • Advanced project management skills to build, manage, and meet effective procurement schedules
  • Advanced financial acumen and analytical skills required to construct pricing strategies / exhibits, conduct bid evaluation, and justify pricing reasonableness
  • How You Can Stand Out

    It would be impressive if you have one or more of these :

  • Ariba / SAP experience
  • Aerospace industry experience
  • Experience setting up strategic purchasing agreements related to indirect categories including but not limited to : office supplies, IT-related materials & services, marketing-related services, capital, HR related services (recruitment, training, contract labor), travel management services, professional services (consultants), facilities maintenance / repair / operations, and design / construction sourcing methodologies (e.g., Job Order Contracts)
  • Compensation

    We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

    (Min - Max) $107,000 - $160,500

    Pay Basis : Annual

    Leadership Competencies

    Our leadership philosophy is simple : every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who :

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • Deliver Results
  • Ways We Reward Our Employees

    During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

    Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include :

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
  • 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
  • Education assistance programs
  • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
  • Equal Opportunity Commitment

    The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone or email. You can also review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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