Procurement Analyst Sr.

About This Role

The Procurement Analyst Sr. is responsible for managing high-risk and complex purchase orders from start to finish, acting as a subject matter expert within a cross-functional procurement team. This role involves sourcing complex materials, software, IT equipment, or services by following established procurement policies and procedures, and leading negotiations for highly complex orders in support of capital procurement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare solicitation documents for highly complex and/or high-risk acquisitions, including statements of work, terms and conditions (including flow-down terms and conditions), bid or performance evaluation factors, supplier selection/recommendation, and other appropriate measures for requests for proposal
• Serve as the focal point for bids, review technical and cost proposals with program teams, and resolve/address identified supplier exceptions through engagement and coordination with supporting program functions
• Ensure the receipt, accuracy, and timeliness of subcontractor-submitted documents relating to deliverables, including invoices, and resolve invoice issues if they arise
• Monitor performance relative to timeliness, cost considerations, and technical objectives
• Review documentation for orders to ensure compliance with industry and government contract requirements and internal BAE Systems policies and procedures
• Prepare price analysis, negotiation memos, and other required documentation for internal and external distribution
• Maintain CPSR compliant procurement files
• Assess, prioritize, and drive issues to closure
• Be assertive when required
• Emphasize supplier engagement, management, development, and production ramp-up
• Negotiate and ensure compliance with internal and external policies
• Be an effective communicator internally and externally
• Build mutually beneficial relationships
• Be willing to advance knowledge of procurement compliance
• Proactively adopt best practices and support new initiatives, including Zero Defect initiatives with suppliers

Requirements

• Negotiate complex contracts securing favorable terms, mitigating risk, and ensuring compliance with legal and project obligations
• Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, developing and implementing robust contingency plans to ensure uninterrupted supply and minimize disruptions
• Foster collaborative relationships with key suppliers, resolving issues, proactively expediting deliveries, and ensuring alignment with evolving business needs
• Leverage deep industry knowledge and emerging best practices to drive strategic procurement decisions and maintain a competitive edge
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving, taking ownership, leveraging technical excellence, and driving innovative solutions to complex supply chain challenges