General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works · 2 hours ago
Principal/Senior Principal Supply Chain Specialist
Bath, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expGeneral Dynamics - Bath Iron Works is seeking an experienced Capital Procurement professional to lead sourcing, contracting, and vendor management for capital projects. The Principal/Senior Principal Supply Chain Specialist will oversee procurement activities, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budgets while managing risks and compliance.
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Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end procurement processes for capital projects, including equipment, construction, and specialized services
Develop, issue, and manage RFPs and RFQs, ensuring clear requirements, competitive bidding, and adherence to company policy
Lead proposal evaluations based on cost, technical capability, compliance, and risk
Partner with project managers, engineers, legal, and finance to align procurement strategies with project schedules and budgets
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to capital investments, vendor performance, and contractual obligations
Ensure on-time delivery of critical materials and services for large-scale projects
Negotiate contracts with suppliers and contractors to secure favorable terms, cost efficiencies, and long-term value
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards
Monitor supplier performance, implementing corrective actions and escalation processes when needed
Provide clear, data-driven updates and recommendations to senior leadership on procurement strategies, risks, and trade-offs
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project success and capital planning
Build and maintain strong supplier and contractor relationships to support ongoing capital needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field required
7+ years of procurement or supply chain management experience, with at least 3 years focused on capital projects or construction procurement
Demonstrated success managing multi-million-dollar procurement packages and contracts
15+ years of procurement or supply chain management experience with at least 10 years focused on capital projects or construction procurement
Capital Procurement Expertise - Proven track record in sourcing, contracting, and managing vendors for large capital projects
Risk & Compliance Management - Strong ability to identify risks in contracts and projects and implement mitigation strategies
Project Management - Experience managing procurement timelines and budgets for complex, high-value capital projects
Financial & Analytical Skills - Ability to conduct cost analyses and evaluate financial impacts
Communication & Leadership - Strong verbal and written presentation skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and stakeholders. Ability to create detailed written documentation of all business transactions
Positive, energetic, ability to deal with uncertainty and unplanned events
Preferred
Master's degree or professional certifications such as CPSM, PMP, or CIPS
Familiarity with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and construction/engineering project lifecycles
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office products MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; knowledge of SharePoint and JIRA
Company
General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works
"Bath Built Is Best Built" Part of General Dynamics Marine Systems, Bath Iron Works is a full service shipyard specializing in the design, building and support of complex surface combatants for the U.S.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown1995-08-18Acquired
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