Senior Manager of Procurement Compliance

Job Description
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. BAE Systems is seeking an experienced supply chain professional to manage the Procurement Compliance team. This position reports to the Director of Procurement Compliance supporting a supply chain organization responsible for $3b+ in annual material requirements for the Electronic Systems (ES) Sector. With over 1,000 supply chain professionals, the ES Sector supply chain team spans multiple locations primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. The primary responsibilities of this role include managing overall compliance to both company policy and the government and industry regulations associated with procurement and material management. There is significant collaboration required among the supply chain leads of each of the sector’s business areas, encompassing a broad range of technologies and requirements. Key areas of responsibility as the Manager of Procurement Compliance include:

• Maintaining our procurement systems and processes, ensuring compliance with complex regulatory requirements while improving the agility of the procurement process
• Conducting internal audits and file reviews to assess the procurement file completeness and regulatory compliance
• Preparing for and support DCMA, DCAA and other external or internal audits and reviews
• Expanding procurement training and knowledge sharing across the procurement function
• Leading cross-functional compliance related initiatives across the sector
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the Procurement Compliance team The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following:
• Ability to identify, design and implement process improvements across cross-functional systems within a regulated environment
• Experience mapping and managing complex business processes and understanding their impact
• Ability to collaborate with key stakeholders and subject matter experts
• Extensive experience in Government DoD procurement compliance, overall knowledge of supply chain and how it operates in both commercial and defense contract environments
• Excellent relationship / interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to foster and grow relationships cross-functionally
• Strategic planning to meet long term transformation goals
• Continuous improvement mindset with an ability to challenge the status quo
• Fast learner with a “make it happen attitude”

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 5+ years experience in compliance, audit or regulatory role

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132000 - $224400

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 Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.