This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description BAE Systems is hiring a Principal Procurement Analyst in Strategic Sourcing for our GOCO (government owned contractor operated) facilities located in Radford, VA and Kingsport, TN. This buying role will solicit and award long term agreements with key suppliers subject to FAR/DFAR regulations and indirect procurements. Successful candidates should be skilled in tactical execution of purchase orders in addition to a general knowledge of Strategic Sourcing. Location: Remote Work Considered/Hybrid - Preference is to have a local candidate in Radford, VA. Travel: Up to 10% travel is required Schedule: 9/80 schedule Responsibilities - Award and manage procurements for various commodities - Work with peer Buyers and Procurement Managers to meet objectives within a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment - Review and analyze open purchase orders (POs); identify potential delays or risks and expedite orders as needed - Interface with customers and suppliers, providing status reports, and ensuring on-time deliveries - Work directly with suppliers to troubleshoot and resolve shipping or invoicing issues - Enter and maintain Procurement documents in ERP system - Facilitate onboarding of new suppliers - Review, analyze, and report procurement related data within ERP and Excel - Perform price analysis and source justifications for all procurements - Execute subcontract closeout activities - Support process improvement initiatives Qualifications - Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience - Previous Supply Chain experience - Experience with procurements subject to FAR/DFARS regulations - Ability to support a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment - Ability to remain motivated and meet program objectives - Intermediate analytical skills - Good communication skills - Experience in MS Office - Self-directed in the placement of purchase orders and long term agreements Requirements - Master’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain - Experience in Fourth Shift, Coupa, Maximo, or Oracle - Knowledge of import/export regulations

• Own core Autonomous Procurement product delivery with defined functional scope • Spearhead the integration of Autonomous Quotation and develop carrier API strategy • Orchestrate complex workstreams across migration and innovation • Collaborate with sales, consulting, engineering, and design teams

• Handle vendor vetting, including ABN verification, insurance checks, and compliance documentation. • Manage supplier onboarding forms and maintain accurate supplier data in Xero and related systems. • Coordinate subcontractor statements, insurance updates, and fraud‑prevention payment validation. • Process, code, and match invoices to purchase orders in Xero. • Create POs when needed and raise bills with correct allocation to jobs, cost centres, and overheads. • Manage AP inbox, unapproved bills, and Smartsheet–Xero approval workflows. • Investigate invoice discrepancies and ensure timely processing. • Review and reconcile supplier and subcontractor statements. • Investigate and resolve pricing, payment, or invoice issues. • Monitor supplier balances and address concerns proactively. • Prepare and execute regular AP payment runs in line with terms and approval limits. • Ensure accurate and timely supplier payments. • Support AP‑related month‑end close tasks. • Review and process credit card receipts via Dext and code transactions in Xero. • Reconcile card bank feeds, follow up on missing receipts, and assist with monthly credit card payments. • Process job‑related credit card transactions in BT and Xero, including PO matching. • Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger. • Support audits, maintain internal control compliance, and handle ad‑hoc finance tasks.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist 4Job DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated Procurement Specialist to manage and support Procurement Operations within our Supply Chain Operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, and be adept at solving complex business optimization problems. This role involves managing large volumes of procurement work and requires the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and prioritize tasks efficiently. Responsibilities - Assist the Hardware Procurement team in processing over 25,000 purchase orders annually. - Identify and resolve issues affecting cycle times for Pricing and Procurement requests. - Collaborate with Finance to enhance approval cycle efficiencies. - Work directly with suppliers to validate and confirm pricing for PO creation. - Manage procurement requests related to server, network, SAN, and spare parts. - Track and manage Pricing and Procurement requests, ensuring timely completion and overcoming roadblocks. - Identify necessary toll gates for procuring OPEX and CAPEX materials before demand enters the pipeline. - Coordinate with Supply Chain Operations Management, Capacity Planning, and Clear to Build teams for timely demand fulfillment. - Provide clear, effective, and timely communication across teams. Essential Skills - Minimum 5 years of experience with SAP/Oracle financial tools. - Minimum 5 years of experience with pricing contracts and approvals, including placing Purchase Orders. - Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain or procurement, preferably with networking hardware. Additional Skills & Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Procurement, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. - Experience in Operations Project or Program Management (4+ years minimum). - Proficiency in writing SQL queries and developing Excel and Power BI reports. - Strong written and oral communication skills. - Ability to collaborate across multiple teams and maintain good judgment in high-stress environments. - Problem-solving capability with a calm demeanor. - US Citizenship and a valid passport are required. Work EnvironmentThis role is fully remote, requiring candidates to work standard PST business hours from 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday. While there is a preference for candidates based in the PST time zone, candidates from any US time zone who can work PST hours are welcome. The role offers a 40-hour work week with no overtime. Candidates will be provided with a standard laptop, an external monitor, and a headset, and must have access to the MS Office suite. US Citizenship and an active US passport are required due to the nature of the work with US government sites and sensitive data. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $42.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.