The Lead Material Manager oversees material estimating, manages supply chain professionals, coordinates proposal preparations, and ensures supplier performance while implementing continuous improvement processes.
Job Description
As a Materials Manager, you will:
Manage a team responsible for material estimating in the hundreds of millions across a very diverse set of suppliers and commodities/categories.
Oversee the management, coordination, and development of Supply Chain professionals at various experience levels with: proposal preparation, review, and execution; development of proposal evaluation and selection criteria; negotiation of provisions such as price, schedule, and terms to meet or exceed proposal requirements; preparation and administration of high-value/complex material proposals.
Execute approved estimating policies and procedures to provide the best value consistent with quality and service requirements.
Emphasize proposal development, produce high-quality bills of material (BOM), review work specifications and drawings, maintain and improve the quality and accuracy of the BOM, and develop new suppliers and commodity strategies.
Respond to supplier inquiries, resolve issues, and participate in Life Cycle Management efforts to support proposal execution. Drive Partner2Win initiatives and evaluate supplier performance relative to cost, integrity, quality, timeliness, and other factors.
Responsible for continuous improvement (Root Cause & Corrective action) to optimize department performance and supplier performance.
Review performance of subordinate personnel and recommend appropriate actions. Interview applicants for hire and encourage talent development through training programs.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience of directly related work experience in a government-contracting environment, preferably in the Ship Repair and/or Shipyard Industry.
Familiarity with defense industry work specifications, drawings, FAR, DFAR, ITAR, and EAR regulations.
Proven leadership experience, excellent verbal and written communication, and strong time management/organizational skills.
Comprehensive understanding of material solicitations, proposal analysis/process, and experience managing Subcontracts or Procurement teams.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
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.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
As a Materials Manager, you will:
Manage a team responsible for material estimating in the hundreds of millions across a very diverse set of suppliers and commodities/categories.
Oversee the management, coordination, and development of Supply Chain professionals at various experience levels with: proposal preparation, review, and execution; development of proposal evaluation and selection criteria; negotiation of provisions such as price, schedule, and terms to meet or exceed proposal requirements; preparation and administration of high-value/complex material proposals.
Execute approved estimating policies and procedures to provide the best value consistent with quality and service requirements.
Emphasize proposal development, produce high-quality bills of material (BOM), review work specifications and drawings, maintain and improve the quality and accuracy of the BOM, and develop new suppliers and commodity strategies.
Respond to supplier inquiries, resolve issues, and participate in Life Cycle Management efforts to support proposal execution. Drive Partner2Win initiatives and evaluate supplier performance relative to cost, integrity, quality, timeliness, and other factors.
Responsible for continuous improvement (Root Cause & Corrective action) to optimize department performance and supplier performance.
Review performance of subordinate personnel and recommend appropriate actions. Interview applicants for hire and encourage talent development through training programs.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience of directly related work experience in a government-contracting environment, preferably in the Ship Repair and/or Shipyard Industry.
Familiarity with defense industry work specifications, drawings, FAR, DFAR, ITAR, and EAR regulations.
Proven leadership experience, excellent verbal and written communication, and strong time management/organizational skills.
Comprehensive understanding of material solicitations, proposal analysis/process, and experience managing Subcontracts or Procurement teams.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
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.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
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