Entry Level or Associate Procurement Agent

Entry Level Or Associate Procurement AgentBoeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Entry Level or Associate Procurement Agent to join our dynamic team in Mesa, Arizona.Position Responsibilities – Entry Level 1 :Assists with continuous review and analysis of demand and supplySupports the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreementsGathers data for supplier performance evaluation and improvement opportunitiesPosition Responsibilities - Associate Level 2 :Performs continuous review and analysis of demand and supplyPrepares and executes proprietary information agreementsSupports sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreementsCommunicates performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performanceSummary of ResponsibilitiesIntegrates program, customer, product and in-service strategies into source selection, negotiation and contracting strategiesNegotiates pricing and contract terms and conditionsPrepares and executes negotiated contractual documents and binding agreementsConducts risk, issues and opportunities managementManages supply and demand, schedules, supplier quality, delivery and financial performanceInitiates and executes supplier improvement activities and integrates results into contracting strategiesCommunicates performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance.This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.This position is for 1st shift.This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):More than 1 year of experience in negotiating contracts or managing suppliersMore than 1 year of experience in Supplier Management/ Procurement as a Purchasing Agent or Buyer.Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):Bachelor's degree or higherMore than 1 year of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services.More than 1 year of experience with proposal development and contract negotiations.More than 1 year of experience working with U.S. Department of Defense contracts.More than 1 year of experience with various contract types for example: Time & Materials, Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus type Government contracts, etc.Entry Level 1: Related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experienceAssociate Level 2: More than 1 year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experienceTypical Education/Experience:Entry Level 1: Typically related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.Associate Level 2: Typically 3 or more years' related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.Conflict of Interest:Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.Relocation:Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.Travel:Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.Drug Free Workplace:Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Pay & Benefits:At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.Summary pay range for Entry Level 1 : $58,650 - $72,450Summary pay range for Associate Level 2: $69,700 - $94,300Safety Sensitive:This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:This position does not require a Security Clearance.Visa Sponsorship:Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award ProgramThis position is not contingent upon program awardShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Stay safe from recruitment fraud! 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