Sr. Procurement Specialist
About the job
## About us At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space. We’re a place for people who are curious, bold, and motivated by meaningful work. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and grow your career in ways that align with your interests and goals.
When you're ready to take on something new, you'll find leaders who support your development and help you turn your ambition into action. ## What you'll do The Supply Chain team is a global organization focused primarily on Procurement and Supplier Performance management. We are guided by our mission of delivering exceptional supplier performance and minimizing risk.
We span multiple sites in North America, Europe, and Asia, managing approximately $1B in spend for Viasat, and buy everything from common COTS electronic components to integrated satellite subsystems, and from paper to streaming sporting events. We are servant minded, embrace excellence and Viasat values, and set the bar high for both our team and our supplier partners.
And we like to have fun, too! ## The day-to-day - Execute sourcing and procurement activities, including RFQs, negotiations, and purchase order management - Collaborate with engineering, program management, planning, manufacturing and finance teams to support program deliverables - Develop and implement commodity and supplier strategies, aligned to business objectives - Monitor and manage supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery metrics - Support new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp activities - Conduct market analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and alternative sourcing strategies - Ensure compliance with company policies, government regulations, and contractual requirements - Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain processes ## What you'll need - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) - 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing or high-tech environment. - Experience managing suppliers in a low-volume, high-mix environment. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems - U.S.
Citizenship required (government contract support) - Ability to travel up to 10 percent - #LI-SA1 ## What will help you on the job - Experience supporting NPI through production (LRIP to full-rate manufacturing) - Background in aerospace, defense, or highly engineered products - Familiarity with FARS/DFARS regulations - Experience with RMAs, supplier quality, and outsourcing/turnkey programs - Knowledge of PLM systems and component-level sourcing ## Salary range $79,000.00 - $124,000.00 / annually.
For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $97,500.00- $146,500.00/ annually At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits. ## EEO Statement Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.
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