Job Title: Sr Spec, Procurement

Job Code: 20111

Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Schedule: 9/80 – Onsite

Job Description:

Our Supply Chain Management organization is hiring a Complex Procurement Repair agent.

The qualified candidate must have a thorough understanding of acquisition principles, theories, concepts, regulations, and experience demonstrating a broad application of those practices, techniques, and standards.  The candidate will manage a portfolio of complex procurement acquisitions. 

The candidate must be customer focused and possess the ability to develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex problems; have excellent verbal, written and presentation skills to accurately report findings and procurement status to a variety of audiences; and have excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide cross functional teams, customers and other external partners.  In addition to this skill set, the candidate will also be required to lead negotiations with suppliers for complex procurement hardware. 

Specific knowledge of Firm Fixed Price Procurement types is required, and a familiarity in Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Cost Plus Incentive Fee, as well as other innovative contract types is beneficial.  Must have strong experience analyzing complex terms and conditions.  Must be well versed in FAR and DFAR regulations and have a familiarity in project management.   

Essential Functions:

• Develop and manage the procurement process for complex technical products.
• Plan material and service requirements, source or acquire materials and services, and manage supplier relationships.
• Conduct competitive solicitation and award practices, ensuring best value and compliance with company policies/objectives.
• Negotiate contract terms and long-term pricing agreements with suppliers.
• Execute procurement strategies within a sole-source procurement environment, analyze cost components, and secure equitable and justifiable pricing from suppliers.
• Document procurement analysis and negotiations effectively.
• Be a leader within the organization, serving as mentor and subject matter expert on procurement best practice.
• Ensure procurement activities are compliant with Global Trade requirements, Anti-Corruption policies, and US Government regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Cross-functional collaboration with Subcontracts, Compliance, Finance, Operations and Program Office.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Proficiency with procurement software systems, preferably SAP.
• Experience in the aerospace & defense industry and familiarity with buying communications equipment is highly desirable.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and proprietary information handling.
• Understanding of the procurement process within the context of L3Harris' policies and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments.
• High-level attention to detail and dedication to thorough documentation.

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