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Senior Raw Materials Commodity Buyer
BAE Systems
🇺🇸 United States
On-site
Senior
1 week ago
75,254 – 127,930
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Pension
1 week ago
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Job Description
Responsible for the strategic sourcing, procurement, contract administration, and supply chain management of all raw materials supporting the production of military combat vehicles and associated defense programs. The Strategic Sourcing Buyer serves as the primary subject matter expert for raw materials, including armor-grade steel, aluminum armor plate, extrusions, and specialty materials, ensuring material availability, and cost competitiveness. Accountable for securing the best overall value for the organization by balancing cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity while ensuring 100% quality compliance and on-time delivery performance.The Strategic Sourcing Buyer works closely with engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing, program managers, suppliers, and government representatives to ensure that all material requirements are fulfilled in accordance with military specifications, contractual obligations, and production schedules.
- Develop, negotiate, implement, and administer Long-Term Supply Agreements (LTSA’s) and other strategic procurement contracts.
- Lead negotiations involving pricing, economic price adjustments, delivery schedules, contract terms, and supplier performance requirements.
- Manage procurement activities for raw materials supporting multiple combat vehicle programs and production facilities.
- Maintain expertise in military specifications, material standards, ballistic requirements, and raw material manufacturing processes.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers regarding material availability, lead times, technical requirements, and production constraints.
- Support internal stakeholders including engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, planning, and program management teams.
- Identify and qualify alternate sources of supply to mitigate material shortages and supple chain disruptions.
- Conduct market analysis to monitor material pricing trends, mill capacity, import restrictions, tariffs, and industry developments.
- Coordinate resolution of supplier quality issues, non-conformances, returns, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
- Support government and third-party testing actives, including ballistic qualification requirements and material certification.
- Assist Tier 1 suppliers in locating hard-to-source materials and developing sourcing strategies to support program execution.
- Analyze inventory positions, forecast requirements, and production schedules to ensure adequate material availability.
- Prepare procurement strategies, management briefings, supplier evaluations, and executive -level communications.
- Manage supplier performance matrices related to cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, government regulations, defense industry requirements, and contractual obligations.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with mills, distributors, fabricators and strategic suppliers.
Required Skills and Education
- Typically a Bachelors degree and Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, manufacturing, or defense contracting. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education.
- Comprehensive knowledge of metallic raw materials, including armor steel, aluminum armor plate, aluminum alloys, extrusions, and plate products.
- Strong understanding of military specifications, material certifications, and defense industry procurement requirements.
- Extensive contract negotiation and supplier management experience.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, material specifications, and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, heat treatment and material testing requirements.
- Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in MRP systems, Microsoft Office applications, and supply chain management tools.
Preferred Skills and Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
- Experience negotiating commercial agreements and managing strategic supplier relationships.
- Experience with government contracts, military specifications, and defense industry programs preferred.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Benefits Information
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.Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
- Sector: Platforms & Services
- Job Category: Supply Chain & Logistics
- Salary Min Point: 75254
- Salary Max Point: 127930
- Referral Bonus: 2000
- Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
- Career Level: Experienced
- Travel Percentage: 25%
- Shift: 1st Shift
- U.S. Person Required: Yes
- Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position: None
- Clearance Level – Must currently possess: None
- Country: United States
- U.S. Citizenship Required: No
Senior Raw Materials Commodity Buyer · BAE Systems