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Job Description The Commodity Manager for Connectors & Cables will be responsible for setting strategic direction for the product technology and supply base. The role will include managing system integrity and part set ups across the MRP system, supporting internal and external customer meetings, holding compliance standards, and ensuring global trade alignment within company policies. Also, must support overall business goals by analyzing market trends, supplier capabilities, program expectations, and cost and contract terms negotiation.

Core Responsibilities: Commodity Strategy: Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for Connector & Cable assemblies to optimize cost and ensure supply continuity.

Strategic Direction: Define, communicate, and lead clear long-term strategies aligned with company growth goals.

ERP System Integrity: Manage part set ups appropriately within the Oracle system

Supplier Relationship Management: Identify, qualify, and manage key suppliers and contract manufacturers, hosting regular business reviews.

Cost & Contract Negotiation: Lead high value contract negotiations, negotiate cost reductions, contract negotiations, lead time reductions, mentoring procurement analysts in negotiation strategies.

Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate closely with cross function teams to support issues that may arise.

Leadership Reporting: Ability to analyze, compile and report out data to senior level leadership.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience

Project Management: Ability to provide direction, delegate, lead, and pivot quickly to adapt to changing environments.

Procurement Expertise: Experience in sourcing strategies, contract negotiation, supplier management, and managing customer expectations.

Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross functional teams, suppliers, and peers.

Power Point, Excel, Word, AI

ERP system experience

Strong written and communication skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s degree in business or Supply Chain and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience

CSCP or CPIM certificate

Oracle experience

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930

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, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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.