Manager I – Strategic Purchasing
BAE Systems USAJob Description BAE Systems SMS is seeking a strategic and operationally strong Strategic Purchasing Manager I to manage complex procurement activities across multiple indirect categories, including Purchasing Card (P‑Card) administration, External Labor / Consultant sourcing, Business Services, and Logistics/Fleet. In this high‑level role, you will leverage deep knowledge of strategic procurement, supplier management, and compliance frameworks to optimize costs, strengthen supplier partnerships, and mitigate operational and financial risks in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate blends strong procurement expertise with team management, advanced negotiation skills, and proactive supply chain management to support enterprise operations, staffing requirements, and logistics/fleet continuity. This role will lead initiatives supporting SMS programs in indirect procurement and category management. The position focuses on the management of multiple categories, including: Purchasing Card (P‑Card) administration, External Labor / Consultant sourcing, Business Services, and Logistics/Fleet. The role will apply broad strategic sourcing best practices across multiple areas of spend. The successful candidate will lead a team of supply chain professionals in the management of these categories. They will support internal stakeholders by participating on cross‑functional project teams to help SMS leverage its total spend, utilize resources effectively, achieve best‑value outcomes, mitigate supply risks and improve supplier performance within the sector. The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management. The Integrated Supply Chain Team is a critical connector in the organization, linking end‑to‑end service and logistics flows to ensure alignment, continuity, and mission readiness. What You’ll Do: Manage team members who perform all tasks associated with the daily processing of purchase requisitions for internal customers. Develop, mentor, and coach team members by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, fostering skill growth, and ensuring the team is equipped to meet evolving business needs. Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect categories such as: Business Services, Logistics/Fleet programs, facility service providers, and external labor (contract workers, consultants, temporary staffing). Partner with Program Management, Operations, Manufacturing and other key stakeholders to forecast service requirements, and identify opportunities for supply chain to provide value‑driven solutions that meet the needs of the business. Lead and develop team members responsible for all daily tasks associated with P‑Card transaction processing, reconciliation, audit readiness, policy compliance, and internal customer support. Lead high‑impact negotiations with staffing agencies, service providers, fleet vendors, and logistics partners to secure competitive pricing, service‑level guarantees, flexible contracting options, and beneficial commercial terms. Aide in the organization of key information such as Statements of Work, service‑delivery requirements, KPIs, delivery schedules, milestone payments, and contractual terms into cohesive proposal packages. Review service and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency; develop supplier‑specific strategies and provide recommendations to internal customers based on thorough financial and risk analysis. Draft and refine contractual language ensuring alignment with BAE Systems, Inc. standards. Negotiate business terms and conditions as required. Serve as the primary point of contact between SMS and suppliers for all contractual matters, including proprietary information agreements, service contracts, and supplemental…