**Job Description** This position is in support of a Business Area with over $1 billion in annual revenue and material spend in the hundreds of million. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely. Responsibilities include procuring electronic materials, equipment, supplies & services of a highly specialized and complex nature based on program-specific requirements and specifications, developing purchase orders in accordance with specifications, requirements, and terms and conditions, managing suppliers for assigned commodities, supporting sourcing segmentations and BOM scrubs to assist engineering in identifying viable sources of supply, and coordinating sourcing strategies with the production buyers based on results of completed segmentations. Negotiates additions, deletions, or modifications to purchase orders and resolves invoicing issues. Follow and execute to established and approved procurement policies and procedures in order to provide the best value consistent with quality and service requirements while maintaining good supplier relations. Responsible for Procurement Compliance and Cost/Price Analysis. This role emphasizes supplier engagement, management, development and production ramp-up in addition to negotiating and ensuring compliance to internal and external policies. A successful candidate must be able to be an effective communicator internally and externally, build mutually beneficial relationships, be willing to advance their knowledge of procurement compliance, and proactively adopt best practices and support new initiatives, including Zero Defect initiatives with suppliers. **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + Associate's Degree and 4 year s experience or Bachelor's Degree in related discipline and 2 years or more of directly related work experience, preferably in a government-contracting environment + Experience in a large, complex multifaceted electronics design & manufacturing environment + Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and the understanding of the role of procurement in complex industries. + FAR and DFAR regulations + Experience in buying across various commodities (electronics, mechanical, PWB s, cables, optics) + Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual and performance issues with suppliers. + Project / Supplier Management + Financial Acumen + Strong communication skills + Knowledge 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) + Understanding/knowledge of CPSR audits and requirements. + Comprehensive understanding of subcontractor solicitations and bid analysis/process. + Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook). + U.S. Citizenship **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system + Technical Background (ability to read drawings) + Desire for continuous improvement + 4 years experience in operations, supply chain, procurement. + Professional supply chain/program management certification: C.S.C.P., C.P.I.M., C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P. + Familiarity with Sourcing Segmentation **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723 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. **Procurement Development Buyer** **122484BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression