Global Sourcing Manager

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world.

For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate.

We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

The Supply Chain team is a global organization focused primarily on Procurement and Supplier Performance management. We are guided by our mission of delivering outstanding supplier performance and minimizing risk.

We span multiple sites in North America, Europe, and Asia, handling approximately $1B in spend for Viasat, and buying everything from common COTS electronic components to integrated satellite subsystems, and from paper to streaming sporting events.

We are servant minded, embrace excellence and Viasat values, and set the bar high for both our team and our supplier partners.

And we like to have fun, too!

The day-to-day

As Viasat's Global Sourcing Manager you will lead and manage Supply Chain strategies for procurement categories of specialized products in support of satellite antenna products.

You will also lead the material sourcing strategy and execution for specific programs and products. You'll partner with other functional department leaders to establish strategic objectives and provide direction to resolve key sourcing issues.

You will work on complex functional projects requiring detailed knowledge of standard methodologies for sourcing and procurement.

Being a self-starter and having the ability to communicate across all levels internal to Viasat as well as externally with our vendors will be vital to the success of this position

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with internal customers to ensure sourcing strategies are aligned with program objectives
• Lead key Supply Chain projects
• Support growth, scalability, and manufacturing capacity activities with suppliers
• Ensure early and active involvement with projects to source new suppliers and processes
• Issue RFPs, negotiate, evaluate, down-select, and execute contract agreements and purchase orders
• Facilitate supplier business reviews and maintain strategic relationships

What you'll need

• 5+ years directly applicable Supply Chain experience
• Experience with contract management, project management, and supplier relationship management
• Proven experience with detailed data analysis leading to strategic sourcing recommendations and decisions.
• Strategic Sourcing skills : SOW Development, Request for Quote / Proposal / Information, Total Cost of Ownership analysis and Supplier Development
• Experience with negotiating supplier agreements and leveraging of Terms & Conditions for competitive advantage
• Self-starter with the ability to adapt, improve processes, and find solutions.
• Must have excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills including the ability to influence all levels of internal stakeholders.
• Experience with MS Office and Major ERP System, including Web-Based Supplier Interface
• Bachelor's Degree with focus in Technical Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or related experience
• US citizenship
• Ability to travel up to 15%

What will help you on the job

• Technical and Financial competence
• New Product Introduction, Space, Aerospace or Electronics program-related experience
• Institute for Supply Management (ISM), Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification
• Lean Six Sigma Experience or Certification
• Working knowledge of Federal and Defense contracting requirements (DFAR / FAR / ITAR)

Salary range

$99,800.00 - $162,000.00 / annually

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience.

Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https : / / careers.viasat.com / benefits.

EEO statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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