Procurement Agent

The Boeing Company; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Procurement Agent to support aftermarket procurement activities within the Supplier Management team. The successful candidate will manage supplier purchase orders and contracts, oversee source selection for MRO and Engineering Services, and coordinate with program stakeholders to align supplier performance with program goals.

Responsibilities include preparing, negotiating, executing, and documenting RFPs and RFIs, supporting proposals with cost

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Procurement and/or Strategic Sourcing.
• 2+ years of experience with RFP (Request for Proposal) and/or RFI (Request for Information)
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage priorities for a high volume of supplier purchase orders/contracts
• Oversee source selection for MRO and Engineering Services
• Prepare, negotiate, execute, and document RFPs, supplier contracts, and purchase orders in line with Boeing procedures
• Support proposal activity with supplier cost and lead time inputs

Skills

RFP / RFI experience

Supplier management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Procurement Agent Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Global Services (BGS) organization has a unique and exciting opportunity for a Procurement Agent to join the Supplier Management team located in Long Beach, CA. The successful candidate will support procurement activities for aftermarket goods and services in a fast-paced environment while learning new skills, solving challenging problems, and experiencing opportunities to grow in the Supply Chain organization. This position acts as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier-related activities and the authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements. The candidate will support Boeing Global Services Commercial Modifications & Conversions business. The Procurement Agent will be responsible for contracting activities for MRO & Engineering Services. Identification of sources, release of request for proposal, source selection, negotiation, contract award and contract management.

Position Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage priorities for a high volume of supplier purchase orders/contracts
• Oversee source selection for MRO and Engineering Services
• Manage contractual documents and binding agreements including preparing, negotiating, executing, and documenting Request for Proposals (RFP), supplier contracts, and purchase orders in accordance with regulatory requirements and Boeing procedures
• Support Proposal activity including gathering supplier cost and lead time inputs to support customer proposals, Requests for Information (RFI), and business development opportunities
• Gathers data for supplier performance evaluation and improvement opportunities to ensure delivery, quality, and financial stability
• Manage supplier performance, interpreting and enforcing contract terms and conditions
• Initiate supplier improvement activities, while integrating and aligning with program business unit goals and strategies
• Communicate and engage with stakeholders to ensure that program and customer strategies are integrated into supplier source selection, negotiation, and contracting strategies
• Communicate across functions, programs, and suppliers to effectively manage risks, issues and opportunities
• Lead special projects to execute continuous improvement initiatives
• Possess general understanding, ability, and knowledge to act independently when working routine problems or situations
• Possess general knowledge of company and local policies, procedures and regulations

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 2+ years of experience in Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Procurement and/or Strategic Sourcing
• 2+ years of experience with RFP (Request for Proposal) and/or RFI (Request for Information)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline
• 2+ years of experience in Supplier Management/Procurement as a Purchasing Agent or Buyer is highly desired
• Experience in proposing, negotiating, and executing contracts and/or subcontracts is desired
• Experience with strategic sourcing and managing supplier performance is desired
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office tool suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

• competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
• 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.

Summary pay range: $74,800 – $101,200

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety 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 Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Employment Equity Statements

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