Supply Chain Planner I Material Estimating - Westminster, CO

Supply Chain Planner I Material Estimating - Westminster, CO

BAE Systems SMS seeks a self-motivated and detail-oriented Material Proposal Coordinator to contribute to the Bill of Material Pricing Team in response to BAE Systems SMS Customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs). This is an entry level position within Supply Chain that provides an opportunity to develop skill sets within the proposal process, specifically material pricing. Role includes requesting and entering quotes from suppliers, as well as reviewing and entering them into BAE Systems SMS pricing software. Job duties also include verifying the Bill of Materials top 80% cost drivers. Role participates in cross-functional teams in Supply Chain Management. A successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to solicit and review supplier quotes to understand quote validity, price breaks, exception statements in addition to all costs associated with purchasing materials. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work within multiple teams across many functional areas to gain an understanding of the proposal process and contribute to a dynamic, fast paced and growing team.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management. The Integrated Supply Chain team has a direct impact on program success, acting as a critical chain that links the end-to-end material flow together. Our organization helps propel us forward and achieve true mission partnership.

What You'll Do:

• Gain an understanding of BAE Systems SMS proposal process as it relates to Bill of Material (BOM) pricing.
• Request and receive quotes from suppliers.
• Review all quotes entered for accuracy and validity through the requested date and populate the Pricing Software; Become an expert/professional in quote review/comprehension.
• Learn the BAE Systems SMS Aerospace Material Proposal Pricing (MPP) tool.
• Proactively coordinate with the proposal team regarding workload and deadline requests.
• Manage excel spreadsheets and report to the proposal team through various stages of the quoting process.
• Provide input, analysis, and support for annual additional quantities Supplier proposal evaluations (May include Commercial Off the Shelf Parts)
• Assist Category Specialists in quote entry and review
• Review supplier pricing
• Learn and experience team interaction throughout supply chain
• Participate in proposal process
• Request Pricing from Suppliers
• Analyze previous pricing to current pricing
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
• Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required. Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.