The Aerospace Corporation
Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer Staff IV – Indirect Goods and Services
The Aerospace Corporation, El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer Staff IV – Indirect Goods and Services
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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 Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Indirect Goods and Services, you will play a key role in developing and executing sourcing strategies across a diverse range of categories including capital and indirect products and services such as IT, specialized equipment, facilities services, engineering, design, and construction. This position requires a strong background in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and category strategy development to drive cost savings, efficiency, and value creation for the enterprise.
Selected candidates will work full‑time on site at one of our locations in El Segundo, CA; Houston, TX; Colorado Springs, CO; Chantilly, VA; or Huntsville, AL.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect goods and services categories across The Aerospace Corporation.
Develop and implement category strategies that align with organizational goals and drive supplier performance, innovation, and cost optimization.
Conduct market analysis, supplier capability assessments, and competitive benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunities.
Lead RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs; manage supplier negotiations, contract terms, and pricing to ensure best‑value outcomes.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop sourcing roadmaps.
Partner with internal teams on supplier relationship management (SRM), continuous improvement, and supplier innovation initiatives.
Implement procedures to continuously evaluate suppliers, costs, and deliverability.
Contribute to process improvement efforts and promote procurement best practices across the organization.
What You Need To Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
8 years of supply chain experience with 5 years of relevant procurement strategic sourcing and contracting.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional sourcing projects from strategy development through contract execution.
Technical leadership and contractual competencies to develop and execute contractual activities based on organizational needs.
Experience establishing and developing an appropriately scaled SRM framework.
Advanced project management skills to build, manage, and meet effective procurement schedules.
Advanced financial acumen and analytical skills required to construct pricing strategies, conduct bid evaluation, and justify pricing reasonableness.
How You Can Stand Out
Ariba/SAP experience.
Aerospace industry experience.
Experience setting up strategic purchasing agreements related to indirect categories such as office supplies, IT materials & services, marketing services, capital, HR services (recruitment, training, contract labor), travel management services, professional services (consultants), facilities maintenance/repair/operations, and design/construction sourcing methodologies.
Compensation Individual salaries within the range $107,000 – $160,500 annually are determined through a variety of factors including education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
Leadership Competencies
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage With Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
401(k) Plan with company matching and vesting.
Flexible spending accounts.
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
Relocation assistance.
Professional growth and development programs.
Education assistance programs.
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 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 requires reasonable accommodation, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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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 Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Indirect Goods and Services, you will play a key role in developing and executing sourcing strategies across a diverse range of categories including capital and indirect products and services such as IT, specialized equipment, facilities services, engineering, design, and construction. This position requires a strong background in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and category strategy development to drive cost savings, efficiency, and value creation for the enterprise.
Selected candidates will work full‑time on site at one of our locations in El Segundo, CA; Houston, TX; Colorado Springs, CO; Chantilly, VA; or Huntsville, AL.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect goods and services categories across The Aerospace Corporation.
Develop and implement category strategies that align with organizational goals and drive supplier performance, innovation, and cost optimization.
Conduct market analysis, supplier capability assessments, and competitive benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunities.
Lead RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs; manage supplier negotiations, contract terms, and pricing to ensure best‑value outcomes.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop sourcing roadmaps.
Partner with internal teams on supplier relationship management (SRM), continuous improvement, and supplier innovation initiatives.
Implement procedures to continuously evaluate suppliers, costs, and deliverability.
Contribute to process improvement efforts and promote procurement best practices across the organization.
What You Need To Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
8 years of supply chain experience with 5 years of relevant procurement strategic sourcing and contracting.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional sourcing projects from strategy development through contract execution.
Technical leadership and contractual competencies to develop and execute contractual activities based on organizational needs.
Experience establishing and developing an appropriately scaled SRM framework.
Advanced project management skills to build, manage, and meet effective procurement schedules.
Advanced financial acumen and analytical skills required to construct pricing strategies, conduct bid evaluation, and justify pricing reasonableness.
How You Can Stand Out
Ariba/SAP experience.
Aerospace industry experience.
Experience setting up strategic purchasing agreements related to indirect categories such as office supplies, IT materials & services, marketing services, capital, HR services (recruitment, training, contract labor), travel management services, professional services (consultants), facilities maintenance/repair/operations, and design/construction sourcing methodologies.
Compensation Individual salaries within the range $107,000 – $160,500 annually are determined through a variety of factors including education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
Leadership Competencies
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage With Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
401(k) Plan with company matching and vesting.
Flexible spending accounts.
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
Relocation assistance.
Professional growth and development programs.
Education assistance programs.
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 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 requires reasonable accommodation, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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