Senior Associate, Procurement

Senior Associate, Procurement

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sr. Associate, Procurement professional to support rapidly growing Space Systems programs and new business initiatives. This role plays a key part in ensuring the seamless procurement of materials, goods, and services essential to mission success. The ideal candidate brings practical procurement expertise, strong analytical capability, and a commitment to high‑quality execution in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

Essential Functions:

• Plan and execute procurement activities for raw materials, goods, and services supporting Space Systems programs.
• Compile and analyze data to determine purchasing feasibility and establish competitive pricing objectives.
• Evaluate, approve, and qualify suppliers; solicit and review quotes; examine bids; and issue award recommendations.
• Monitor supplier response, ensuring adherence to requirements and schedules.
• Prepare request for Proposals and bid packages
• Elevate concerns to influence negotiations with suppliers and observations on supplier responses to identify cost drivers, quality risks, and opportunities for efficiency.
• Prepare RFPs and bid packages as needed.
• Review proposals, analyze trends, and maintain accurate records that support operational and audit needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 0 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• Practical working knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and cost analysis.
• Experience interpreting complex proposal structures, multi‑level BOMs, and engineering documentation (including FAB drawings).
• Must work on‑site in Palm Bay, FL.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills.
• Experience resolving supplier issues and managing supplier relationships.
• Ability to perform in high‑pressure environments with demanding proposal timelines.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and capable of working effectively within cross‑functional teams.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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