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Dir II- Business Sys
Job Description: BAE Systems is seeking a dynamic and visionary IT Service Owner for Supply Chain & Procurement to lead the strategic direction, lifecycle management, and operational excellence of enterprise capabilities supporting sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and supply chain operations. This role serves as the accountable owner for the end‑to‑end digital ecosystem enabling procurement and supply chain processes, including the iValua platform and adjacent enterprise solutions. The Director II will define the long‑range technology roadmap, ensure sustained operational performance, and drive continuous modernization to support business transformation. The leader will collaborate extensively across business areas, IT functions, engineering teams, and executive stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and high‑value solutions that enable efficient and compliant procurement operations.
This position requires strong executive presence, cross‑functional influence, and the ability to translate technical and non‑technical concepts for senior leaders and enterprise partner.
Key Responsibilities • Own the end‑to‑end enterprise procurement and supply chain digital ecosystem, including iValua and integrated platforms. • Lead the technology roadmap for procurement and supply chain capabilities, aligning with enterprise strategy, compliance needs, and operational priorities. • Oversee support, sustainment, and continuous improvement of procurement and supply chain systems, ensuring system stability, performance, and high user satisfaction. • Partner closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, IT, and external partners to ensure unified execution and cross‑functional alignment. • Drive platform governance, roadmap prioritization, release planning, and value delivery for enterprise stakeholders. • Lead cross‑functional teams—direct and matrixed—to deliver enhancements, integrations, and major capability deployments. • Influence and collaborate effectively across the enterprise, including individuals and leaders outside of direct reporting lines. • Communicate technical and business impacts clearly with senior executives, providing transparency into performance, opportunities, risks, and investment needs. • Lead talent development for technical, functional, and service management roles. • Drive strong SDLC, DevSecOps, and program management practices with emphasis on quality, risk management, and measurable business outcomes.
Required Skills and Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field; advanced degree preferred. Or equivalent experience. • Minimum 12+ years of progressive experience in IT, software development, program management, or technical leadership roles supporting enterprise systems. • Demonstrated experience with iValua or comparable enterprise procure‑to‑pay and supplier management platforms. • Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes, policies, and operational workflows.
Preferred Skills and Education: • Proven ability to develop and execute technology roadmaps and drive enterprise platform evolution. • Experience supporting or sustaining complex enterprise applications in a multi‑program, high‑complexity environment. • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate concepts to both technical and non‑technical executives. • Strong executive presence and demonstrated ability to lead through influence in a matrixed organization. • Experience in software development, enterprise systems, and program management disciplines. • Ability to manage cost, schedule, quality, and risk across multiple initiatives concurrently. #LI-DM2 #LI-Remote
About BAE Systems, Inc.: BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Benefits Information: Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).