Senior Associate, Procurement (Van Nuys, Ca) 1

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Job Title: Senior Associate, Procurement

Job Code: 8242

Job Locaton: Van Nuys, CA or Remote

Job Description:

• Expedite material to improve working capital and resolve all floor shortages.
• Work with suppliers and Accounts Payable department to close supplier invoice issues and resolve open commitments.
  • Liaison between suppliers and L3Harris to organize, coordinate and manage purchase orders for all non-subcontract efforts.
  • Negotiate priorities with suppliers, with the ability to change contract dates on purchase orders to meet program need dates.
  • Follow L3Harris/Federal acquisition policies and procedures to ensure timely and economical procurement of all material, parts, assemblies, equipment and services.
  • Interface directly with supply base to track and manage quality and delivery performance directly impacting Supplier Performance Metrics. Prevent production material shortages by identifying and expediting necessary shortages.
  • Communicate supplier invoice discrepancies and work with supplier and accounts payable to close invoice issues and resolve open commitments to ensure timely payment of invoices.
  • Access Supplier Portal applications to communicate/interface with suppliers to manage all open Purchase Orders and ensure MRP system/information continuity. Work within MRP system to identify/track purchase orders.
  • Attend meetings & conference calls with programs to manage more complex supplier quality/delivery issues.

• Work with Vendor Management to Add Suppliers in the System.
• Monitor and Update Supplier documents such as Annual Certification, NDA, Quality Survey.
• Analyize and Prepare Metrics for Weekly Gemba, Buyer Data, knowledge of Excel for Data.

• Assist Buyers with additional administration Paperwork.
• Prepares requests for quotes/proposals consistent with the requirements of the prime contract.
• Analyzes suppliers’ proposals, selects or recommends suppliers, negotiates prices, schedules and terms & conditions, awards POs, ensures on-time delivery, verifies delivery, approves payment and maintains necessary records.
• Procures COTS, Electronic Components, Outside Manufaturing orders, etc.
• Frequently meets with internal company and external contacts to represent the organization on specific projects.
• Develops new sources of supply based on quality product, on-time delivery and competitive pricing.
• Documents procurements in accordance with Company policy to ensure acceptable internal and government audit results.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Supply Chain principles and concepts in defense contracting, including FAR/DFAR.
• Experience procuring machined parts, complex electro-mechanical components, cables and PWBs.
• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree with 0-2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior Procurement experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Word, Excel & Outlook.
• Experience with MRP Tools.
• High Ethical Standards.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $75,000 - $100,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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.

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