It / Contract Sourcing Specialist

Job Description

This non-supervisory position in the Materials Division supports Information Technology sourcing across categories such as Hardware, Software Licensing, and Professional Services.

• Assist with development and implementation of procedures to guide technology sourcing
• Respond to internal requisitions for technology products and services in accordance with existing company and departmental policies
• Manage supplier relationships and act as primary point of contact to ensure continuity of technology goods and services
• Perform market research and advise stakeholders of trends and impending change
• Develop negotiation strategies to achieve financial savings and mitigate company risk
• Responsible for bid development, cost/price analysis, budget management and program management, all i/a/w with BIW Acquisition Policies & Procedures;
• Track forecasted vs. actual savings for IT spend categories and summarize performance to leadership;
• Set standards across BIW and with Suppliers of professionalism, sound judgement and fairness; applies these high standards to all subcontracts;
• Maintain a working knowledge of applicable federal regulation and internal policies and procedures to enable conformity through daily function
• Prepare well-written, succinct and compliant approval packages for management approval;
• Understand, utilize, and champion adoption of Materials Division information systems.

Position may include:

• May be called on to act in a project or team-leadership capacity working with a team that may include Information Technology, Engineering, Design, Production Planning, or Production personnel.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required/Preferred Experience

• Minimum of 4 years in a Supply Chain or Procurement role required
• Information Technology sourcing experience required
• Experience interpreting technical scopes and requisitions to facilitate purchase
• Capable of independently negotiating pricing and terms with technology providers
• Experience working in a highly-regulated industry such as DOD contracting preferred
• Financial acumen necessary to develop price analyses and ensure adherence to budgets
• Ability to build relationships across all departments and levels within organization
• SAP experience
• Strong PC skills (Microsoft Suite)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Desire to learn and master processes
• Experience supporting and guiding professional colleagues
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects