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# Principal Procurement Analyst (Technical)

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Kingsport, TN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $82,963 - $141,036
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Databases, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1b159736f348f389

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience or equivalent experience
 * Experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Buying, or Subcontracting
 * Experience in reading drawings, interpreting specifications or procuring custom fabricated equipment with stringent standards
 * Knowledge of FAR/DFARS
 * Able to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities
 * Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
 * Excellent written communications skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

 * Experience in Department of Defense (DoD) Modernization
 * Experience in Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO)
 * Experience in International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR)
 * Experience in Export Administration Regulation (EAR)

## Description

BAE Systems is hiring a Principal Procurement Analyst (Technical) for our GOCO (government owned contractor operated) facilities located in both Radford, VA and Kingsport, TN. The role will primarily support subcontract and purchasing activities for chemical manufacturing and industrial construction related programs at the Holston & Radford Army Ammunition Plants, starting at the proposal preparation phase all the way through contract closeout. This is a fast-paced position at a growing site, and we are looking for someone to hit the ground running., * Support proposal activity for assigned Modernization projects

 * Identify potential sources for required materials or services and develop and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
 * Receive, review, and negotiate supplier proposals
 * Manage the source selection process by leading the proposal evaluation team in fact finding, technical evaluations, and cost/price analysis
 * Perform price (and cost if applicable) analysis and source justifications for all procurements
 * Negotiate terms and conditions including estimated cost/price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements
 * Develop and negotiate required special terms, conducts independent cost/price analysis as needed
 * Document the entire negotiation process
 * Facilitate onboarding of new suppliers
 * Award and manage procurements in support of Modernization
 * Review and analyze open purchase orders (POs); identify potential delays or risks and expedite orders as needed
 * Work directly with suppliers to troubleshoot and resolve shipping or invoicing issues
 * Review, analyze, and report procurement related data within ERP and Excel
 * Execute subcontract closeout activities
 * Support process improvement initiatives
 * Coordinate and participate in subcontractor surveys and program reviews
 * Review and monitor payments, commitments, and funding status
 * Negotiate change orders and respond to all formal supplier inquiries and issues
 * Develop, negotiate, and issue teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and memorandum of understanding
 * Enter administrative and financial data on subcontracts into various Supply Chain databases