**Job Description** The Operations Sourcing Manager is a critical advocate and collaborative interface between the centralized distribution supply base execution team and the factory/program/functional stakeholders across the sector. As a player/coach type leader, this role is responsible for both leadership of a small team as well as direct engagement with assigned factory locations and business area stakeholders. Day to day and project based work includes: distribution team representation in project kickoff and Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning sessions, site/business area leadership within long term commodity negotiation projects, distribution service model integration for assigned locations, oversight of KPI and recurring reporting requirements keeping customers aware and satisfied, and bi-directional strategy translation between the central execution team and the assigned stakeholders. **Performance** + Provide vision and leadership to assist the team in meeting performance objectives, including: + Supplier Delivery Performance, material cost productivity, transactional automation growth, integrated supplier service model value, along with a set of leading indicator KPI + Develop and communicate 1-5 year vision and strategy in accountable areas that is supportive of business competitiveness and growth objective. + Ensure effective systems and frameworks are in place to support team performance objectives + Ensure team responsiveness to internal and external customer requests and compliance requirements + Drive continuous improvement in all facets of team performance **Relationships** + Collaborate with category management personnel on process and project work + Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, internal and external + Collaborate with other functions: engineering, supplier quality, finance, programs **Team Leadership** + Continuously evaluate and develop skillsets both individually and as a collective team + Identify and drive development needs, including coaching, mentoring and training requirements + Drive collaboration within direct team and with other teams + Define and clarify roles and responsibilities + Collaborate with other team leaders to ensure team is supported with adequate staff/resources + Establish an effective communications framework throughout the team + Address personnel issues, partnering with Human Resources when necessary + Drive a culture of accountability, safety, and overall workforce integrity + Reward and recognize direct reports and support their career development, including plans and providing opportunities for growth Based on multiple factors, remote work may be a possibility for this position, at the discretion of the business. **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience, preferably in a government-contracting environment + Experience in a large, complex, multifaceted electronics manufacturing environment + Experience in working with the broader Electronics Supply Base or sub-categories (IE: Radio Frequency (RF) Devices, Semiconductors, Passives, Magnetics, Power Supplies, etc) + Contract negotiations + Desire for continuous improvement + Proven Track record of creative problem solving + Strong business acumen with excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Ability to successfully interface with various leadership teams. + Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook). **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and the understanding of the role of procurement in complex industries. + General awareness of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements. + Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation) + Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, (IE: Oracle, SAP, etc.) + Technical Background, comfort with translating technical requirements into action within the supply base. + 10 plus years experience in operations, supply chain, procurement, supplier quality. **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $134640 - $228888 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. **Operations Supply Chain Manager** **122970BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression