Sr. Specialist, Procurement (18 month contract)

L3Harris Technologies; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Procurement for an 18-month contract in Hamilton, Ontario. Candidates should have strong supplier management skills, experience in purchasing, and relevant educational qualifications. This full-time role focuses on enhancing procurement strategies in a high-pressure environment with a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a Supply Chain vendor facing role.
• Solid understanding of ERP/MRP and production purchasing principles.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all purchasing activities relating to quality, cost, and schedule.
• Support Commodity Managers in negotiations and supplier agreements.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

University Degree/College Diploma in Business, Operations or Material Management

APICS or PMAC SCMP designation

Job description

Sr. Specialist, Procurement (18 month contract)

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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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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.

Sr. Buyer - 18 Month Contract

Reference #24417

Waterdown, Ontario

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

• Responsible for all purchasing activities relating to quality, cost, and schedule for the assigned portfolio / project.
• Support Commodity Managers in negotiation and the implementation supplier agreements, including Non- Disclosure Agreements, Statements of Work, Long-term Agreements, and general Terms & Conditions.
• Effectively interact cross-functionally primarily with Planning, Quality, Operations Engineering, Engineering, Production, Finance, Materials, CSG (Customer Service Group), and other Departments as required.
• Proactively engage with assigned suppliers to ensure that supplier capabilities and products meet the current and future requirements of the organization.
• Produce RFQs, competitive bids, bid evaluations and purchase orders utilizing Cost Analysis methods.
• Ensure thorough understanding of and strict adherence to policies and procedures relating to the L3Harris WESCAM Supply Chain department, overall site business policies and L3Harris Corporate policies and mandates.
• Identify, create and manage Lean / Cost Savings projects focused on enhancing key business processes within the primary functional area
• Manage supplier recovery schedules to meet organization’s demand requirements.
• Support Commodity Managers with the evaluation and execution of dual sourcing and outsourcing activities.
  
  
  

Skills Required:

• Solid understanding of ERP/MRP and production purchasing principles.
• Strong Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Able to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining strong sense of urgency and focus on customer service.
• A demonstrated dedication to results and continuous improvement within a team environment, including the use of Root Cause Corrective Action and Lean tools.
• Excellent communication and negotiating skills.
• Effectively manage multiple competing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
• Initiative to investigate problems, develop solutions and obtain results.
  
  
  

Experience & Education Requirements

• University Degree/College Diploma in Business, Operations or Material Management
• APICS designation or PMAC SCMP designation is considered an asset.
• 5+ years’ experience in a Supply Chain vendor facing role.
  
  
  

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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