Nutanix
Strategic Sourcing Buyer Staff III – Indirect Goods and Services
Nutanix, El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
Overview
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
Job Summary The Supply Chain department manages all aspects of procurement for The Aerospace Corporation. As a Strategic Sourcing Buyer Level III – Indirect Goods and Services, you will apply your experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and category leadership to deliver value across multiple business areas. You will partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive operational efficiency, manage costs, and support innovation while ensuring compliance with corporate and government procurement requirements.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at one of our locations in El Segundo, CA; Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Houston, TX; Colorado Springs, CO.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead the sourcing and procurement of indirect goods and services to drive competitive value, supplier performance, and operational excellence across the enterprise.
Evaluate and improve sourcing activities, analyzing supplier performance, market conditions, and cost structures to identify opportunities for efficiency and innovation.
Conduct formal market analysis to assess market trends, behaviors, and cost drivers to support sourcing strategy development.
Develop negotiation strategies, contract structures, and pricing models to ensure best value outcomes and risk mitigation.
Administer sourcing events (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs), lead supplier selection, and manage negotiations and award processes in alignment with category strategies.
Forecast and plan product and service demand for assigned categories and contracts, ensuring alignment with business needs.
Implement procedures and tools to continuously evaluate supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and deliverability.
Manage post-award supplier performance through Supplier Relationship Management, continuous improvement initiatives, and innovation across assigned categories.
What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Procurement Staff III :
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field
4 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier management.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Demonstrated understanding of and experience with the end to end procurement lifecycle – from sourcing strategy through supplier management.
Advanced project management skills to build, manage, and meet effective procurement schedules
Advanced financial acumen and analytical skills required to construct pricing strategies/exhibits, conduct bid evaluation, and justify pricing reasonableness
How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Ariba/SAP experience
Aerospace industry experience
Experience setting up strategic purchasing agreements related to indirect categories including but not limited to: office supplies, IT-related materials & services, marketing-related services, capital, HR related services (recruitment, training, contract labor), travel management services, professional services (consultants), facilities maintenance/repair/operations, and design/construction sourcing methodologies (e.g., Job Order Contracts)
Compensation and Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The pay range for this job is $75,300 – $113,000 per year.
Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — employees are eligible and vested in the plan on hire with company-paid contributions based on years of service
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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Job Summary The Supply Chain department manages all aspects of procurement for The Aerospace Corporation. As a Strategic Sourcing Buyer Level III – Indirect Goods and Services, you will apply your experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and category leadership to deliver value across multiple business areas. You will partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive operational efficiency, manage costs, and support innovation while ensuring compliance with corporate and government procurement requirements.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at one of our locations in El Segundo, CA; Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Houston, TX; Colorado Springs, CO.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead the sourcing and procurement of indirect goods and services to drive competitive value, supplier performance, and operational excellence across the enterprise.
Evaluate and improve sourcing activities, analyzing supplier performance, market conditions, and cost structures to identify opportunities for efficiency and innovation.
Conduct formal market analysis to assess market trends, behaviors, and cost drivers to support sourcing strategy development.
Develop negotiation strategies, contract structures, and pricing models to ensure best value outcomes and risk mitigation.
Administer sourcing events (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs), lead supplier selection, and manage negotiations and award processes in alignment with category strategies.
Forecast and plan product and service demand for assigned categories and contracts, ensuring alignment with business needs.
Implement procedures and tools to continuously evaluate supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and deliverability.
Manage post-award supplier performance through Supplier Relationship Management, continuous improvement initiatives, and innovation across assigned categories.
What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Procurement Staff III :
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field
4 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier management.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Demonstrated understanding of and experience with the end to end procurement lifecycle – from sourcing strategy through supplier management.
Advanced project management skills to build, manage, and meet effective procurement schedules
Advanced financial acumen and analytical skills required to construct pricing strategies/exhibits, conduct bid evaluation, and justify pricing reasonableness
How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Ariba/SAP experience
Aerospace industry experience
Experience setting up strategic purchasing agreements related to indirect categories including but not limited to: office supplies, IT-related materials & services, marketing-related services, capital, HR related services (recruitment, training, contract labor), travel management services, professional services (consultants), facilities maintenance/repair/operations, and design/construction sourcing methodologies (e.g., Job Order Contracts)
Compensation and Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The pay range for this job is $75,300 – $113,000 per year.
Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — employees are eligible and vested in the plan on hire with company-paid contributions based on years of service
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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