Saab

Lead Supply Chain Proposal Professional

Saab

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Orlando • Florida • Massachusetts • United States

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Salary

💰 $101,600 - $158,500 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Independently manage the Supply Chain contribution to complex proposals involving the design, engineering, implementation, deployment, and sustainment of complex solutions across all of Saab's business units.
  • Coordinate and consolidate all Supply Chain inputs required to support proposal responses, including material costs, basis of estimates (BOEs), consolidated bills of materials (BOMs), and subcontractor cost analysis.
  • Ensure Supply Chain proposal inputs are accurate, compliant, and reflect the business unit’s strengths and capabilities.
  • Review and analyze solicitations and related documents, ensuring the final proposal product is compliant and delivered on schedule.
  • Navigate and flow down applicable FAR/DFARS contract requirements as part of the proposal development process.
  • Partner with key cross-functional stakeholders to develop cost estimates for both material and labor.
  • Represent Supply Chain in meetings with the Business Development team and Proposal Center team.
  • Provide recommendations to Supply Chain leadership on cost strategy and communicate recommendations to cross-functional leaders.
  • Research and analyze historical data and develop costing models to support proposal efforts.
  • Support programs with required audit responses when requested by the end customer.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the U.S. and interdivisional affiliates.
  • Maintain professional accountability for work products and deliverables.
  • Demonstrate strong competency in contractual and financial acumen.
  • Contribute to Supply Chain metrics, reporting, continuous improvement, and other strategic initiatives.
  • Travel 10 - 25% annually, both domestically and internationally.

Requirements

  • BA/BS degree with 8+ years of experience, or MBA/MS/JD degree with 6+ years of experience, or equivalent experience.
  • Effective writing and comprehension skills to support proposal strategy, development, and execution governed by U.S. Government regulations.
  • Strong negotiation skills and strategies.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship building and leading through influence.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing at all levels.
  • Experience effectively communicating externally with customers or suppliers.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Experience navigating and resolving FAR/DFARS requirements.
Benefits
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
  • Wellness and employee assistance resources
  • Employee stock purchase opportunities
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
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Soft Skills
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