**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. **Lead Material Manager** **118925BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression