Ocala, FL – March, 2022 – Veterans Trading Company (VTC) today announces it received a Silver Tier Award for exceptional performance and contributions to supply chain success for BAE Systems, Inc.’s Electronic Systems sector. Veterans Trading Company was honored at a virtual ceremony and was selected from the pool of suppliers that worked with BAE Systems in 2021.
George Smith, President/CEO of VTC provides the following quote in recognition of this company achievement: “VTC has had the privilege of being a partner with BAE Systems for twelve years. The work that went into attaining the Silver Supplier recognition this year has been extraordinary. The VTC Team processed over 390,000 deliveries while reaching the performance challenges for both delivery and quality. I am personally proud of our team and the working relationship they have achieved with BAE Systems. The level of commitment and execution represents what VTC strives to be recognized for in our marketplace”
BAE Systems’ Partner 2 Win program is designed to achieve operational excellence and eliminate defects in its supply chain by raising the bar of performance expectations to meet the demand of current and future customers. As part of the program, BAE Systems meets regularly with its suppliers to transfer best practices to ensure that the components and materials that compose BAE Systems products meet the highest quality standards.
“We are very grateful for the partnership of companies like VTC and look forward to another year of exceptional performance,” said Kim Cadorette, vice president of operations for BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems sector.
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. and its 35,000 people are part of a global defense, aerospace and security company with 89,600 employees worldwide. We deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, sea and space, as well as advanced electronics, intelligence, security, and IT solutions and support services. Our dedication shows in everything we design, produce and deliver— to protect those who protect us in a high-performance, innovative culture. We push the limits of possibility to provide a critical advantage to our customers where it counts.
About Veterans Trading Company
Veterans Trading Company is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and an SBA Certified HUBZone company. We provide a full range of integrated, end-to-end supply chain solutions and procurement support programs to commercial firms and Federal prime contractors. Our services are all-encompassing and available for all products from electronic components and connectors to heat shrink and even non-production and janitorial supplies. Our world-class processes and culture of continuous improvement, in concert with our AS9100 Certification, allow us to guarantee that our services will meet or exceed your standards for quality and accountability.
