Senior Associate, Procurement

Job Title: Senior Associate, Procurement Job ID: 35851 Job Location: Greenville, TX; On-site Job Schedule: 9/80R, off every other Friday, 1st shift Job Description 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. L3Harris Technologies, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) is seeking an exceptionally motivated, proactive individual to support the Procurement function. This role requires an eye for detail, accuracy, excellent interpersonal skills, and proven track record for taking the initiative, delivering exceptional results, and exceeding expectations. Our team is comprised of the following four (4) categories: Metal, Fabrication and Hardware; Electronics and Electromechanical; Aircraft Parts, Equipment, Repair and Overhaul; IT, Telecom, Software and Services. This role will entail planning and implementing of activities related to the procurement of parts, services, software licenses and subscriptions and supports other commodities as necessary, including: Compiling and analyzing statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Approving and qualification of vendors, obtaining quotes, examining bids and making awards. Following up on all awards through completion of order. Negotiating with suppliers and analyzing suppliers’ operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviewing proposals, negotiating prices, selecting or recommending suppliers, analyzing trends, and maintaining necessary records. May prepare request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages. Negotiating and settling with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes. Following applicable anti-corruption ethics, laws, and regulations. Essential Functions Sources, negotiates, and purchases parts, services, license and subscriptions, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. Reviews proposals, negotiates pricing and terms and conditions, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up with orders placed, verifies delivery schedules, approves payments, and maintains necessary records. May also prepare request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying and repairing products and to establish price objectives. Evaluates bids and selects suppliers based on price, delivery, quality, and service to obtain best overall value for L3Harris. Monitors performance of suppliers. This position requires close, professional & courteous daily interface with internal and external customers and all levels of leadership. Applicant must have excellent communication skills and a thorough understanding of cross-functional interactions as they relate to Depot activities. Strong organizational skills, prioritizing, and the ability to multi-task and interact with several individuals at once is a must. Candidate must be willing to be on call, work over-time, weekends, and odd shifts, as program support requires. Qualifications Requires practical knowledge of job area. Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience. Procurement sourcing, negotiation, and compliance experience is required. Requires an Active Secret Security Clearance Preferred Additional Skills Experience in the Aerospace Industry preferred. Candidate must be able to work closely with team members and have a willingness to learn. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Experience inputting and retrieving data in SAP desired. Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to develop sourcing strategies that align with organizational policy. Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). #LI-TD4 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. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. 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