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We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.\nResponsibilities\nWhat You'll Do:\nAs an intermediate Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will lead supplier management and sourcing initiatives for complex products and services supporting government and defense-related programs. You will drive supplier negotiations, ensure regulatory compliance, manage supply chain risk, and partner closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cost-effective, high-quality, and reliable supply solutions. This role plays a critical part in establishing long-term supplier strategies, improving supplier performance, and supporting program execution across the business.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop sourcing strategies based on cost, quality, and compliance considerations for assigned commodities.\nLead supplier negotiations independently, including pricing, terms and conditions, and long-term agreements to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.\nIdentify and engage suppliers supporting both production and aging platforms.\nManage supplier relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for key suppliers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).\nEnsure compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and internal procurement policies.\nConduct pre-award supplier assessments and risk analyses ensuring supply base readiness.\nCollaborate with Contracts, Legal, and Quality to validate export control and cybersecurity compliance.\nUtilize ERP systems, including SAP S/4HANA or equivalent platforms, to manage sourcing activities, procurement data, and supplier information.\nProvide sourcing cost models and inputs to capture, proposal, and pricing teams to support competitive bid preparation.\nMonitor and drive supplier performance against key metrics, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), quality, responsiveness, and cost reduction targets.\nCollaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, Quality, Business Development, and Supply Chain teams to align sourcing strategies with program needs.\nContribute continuous improvement initiatives.\nQualifications\nMinimum Qualifications:\n Education:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. (One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required).\n\nExperience:Minimum 3 years strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience.\nDemonstrated working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government quality regulations.\nProven experience independently leading supplier negotiations and executing contractual agreements.\nExperience using SAP S/4HANA or other enterprise ERP systems.\nAbility to interpret, negotiate, and apply sourcing documentation in compliance with company policy.\nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.\n\nOther Requirements:\nU.S. Citizenship\nStrategic Sourcing Competency and Progression\nStrategic Sourcing ExpertiseExecutes defined sourcing plans and compliance steps for assigned commodities.\n\nCost Optimization and AnalysisUses total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to guide sourcing.\n\nRisk and Supply Chain ResilienceIdentifies and mitigates potential risks within assigned scope.\n\nCompliance and Quality AssuranceApplies standard clauses and ensures supplier compliance at pre-award stage.\n\nNegotiation and Supplier Relationship ManagementNegotiates standard supplier agreements.\n\nBusiness Development SupportSupports proposal teams with sourcing cost and lead-time data.\n\nAnalytical and Market InsightConducts cost and risk analysis.\n\nDigital Proficiency and Process ImprovementGenerates sourcing metrics and dashboards.\n\nCollaboration and InfluenceCollaborates cross-functionally to achieve sourcing goals.\n\nDecision-Making ScopeExercises independent judgment on defined program sourcing needs.\n\nSkills:\nStrong interpersonal communication and analytical problem-solving skills.\nSoftware:\nERP systems (SAP S4/HANA, Oracle Cloud, Deltek Costpoint, Dynamics 365)\nProficiency in Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint\nTechnology:\nCompany issued computer, printer, calculator, phone, copy/scan/fax machine and other general office equipment.\nWhat We Bring:\nAt V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.Employee benefits include the following:Healthcare coverage\nLife insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits\nRetirement plan\nWellness programs\nPaid time off, including holidays\nLearning and Development resources\nEmployee assistance resources\n\nPay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.\nAt V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.\nWhat You'll Do:\nAs an intermediate Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will lead supplier management and sourcing initiatives for complex products and services supporting government and defense-related programs. You will drive supplier negotiations, ensure regulatory compliance, manage supply chain risk, and partner closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cost-effective, high-quality, and reliable supply solutions. This role plays a critical part in establishing long-term supplier strategies, improving supplier performance, and supporting program execution across the business.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop sourcing strategies based on cost, quality, and compliance considerations for assigned commodities.\nLead supplier negotiations independently, including pricing, terms and conditions, and long-term agreements to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.\nIdentify and engage suppliers supporting both production and aging platforms.\nManage supplier relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for key suppliers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).\nEnsure compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and internal procurement policies.\nConduct pre-award supplier assessments and risk analyses ensuring supply base readiness.\nCollaborate with Contracts, Legal, and Quality to validate export control and cybersecurity compliance.\nUtilize ERP systems, including SAP S/4HANA or equivalent platforms, to manage sourcing activities, procurement data, and supplier information.\nProvide sourcing cost models and inputs to capture, proposal, and pricing teams to support competitive bid preparation.\nMonitor and drive supplier performance against key metrics, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), quality, responsiveness, and cost reduction targets.\nCollaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, Quality, Business Development, and Supply Chain teams to align sourcing strategies with program needs.\nContribute continuous improvement initiatives.\nMinimum Qualifications:\n Education:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. (One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required).\n\nExperience:Minimum 3 years strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience.\nDemonstrated working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government quality regulations.\nProven experience independently leading supplier negotiations and executing contractual agreements.\nExperience using SAP S/4HANA or other enterprise ERP systems.\nAbility to interpret, negotiate, and apply sourcing documentation in compliance with company policy.\nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.\n\nOther Requirements:\nU.S. Citizenship\nStrategic Sourcing Competency and Progression\nStrategic Sourcing ExpertiseExecutes defined sourcing plans and compliance steps for assigned commodities.\n\nCost Optimization and AnalysisUses total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to guide sourcing.\n\nRisk and Supply Chain ResilienceIdentifies and mitigates potential risks within assigned scope.\n\nCompliance and Quality AssuranceApplies standard clauses and ensures supplier compliance at pre-award stage.\n\nNegotiation and Supplier Relationship ManagementNegotiates standard supplier agreements.\n\nBusiness Development SupportSupports proposal teams with sourcing cost and lead-time data.\n\nAnalytical and Market InsightConducts cost and risk analysis.\n\nDigital Proficiency and Process ImprovementGenerates sourcing metrics and dashboards.\n\nCollaboration and InfluenceCollaborates cross-functionally to achieve sourcing goals.\n\nDecision-Making ScopeExercises independent judgment on defined program sourcing needs.\n\nSkills:\nStrong interpersonal communication and analytical problem-solving skills.\nSoftware:\nERP systems (SAP S4/HANA, Oracle Cloud, Deltek Costpoint, Dynamics 365)\nProficiency in Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint\nTechnology:\nCompany issued computer, printer, calculator, phone, copy/scan/fax machine and other general office equipment.\nWhat We Bring:\nAt V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.Employee benefits include the following:Healthcare coverage\nLife insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits\nRetirement plan\nWellness programs\nPaid time off, including holidays\nLearning and Development resources\nEmployee assistance resources\n\nPay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.\nAt V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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