Specialist, Procurement

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

L3Harris Technologies in Melbourne, FL is seeking an experienced Specialist, Procurement to support end-to-end procurement for raw materials, goods and services across multiple customer segments, including federal and commercial work. The role emphasizes strong negotiation, regulatory compliance, and supplier management.

The position requires a bachelor's degree with 4+ years of related experience; candidates with a graduate degree or extensive experience may qualify for advanced roles.

Competenze

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree with minimum 2 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Mansioni

• Manages end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, bidding, price/contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
• Generates RFQs and PO packages with source justifications and price justifications per FAR/DFARS requirements.
• Negotiates best value, lead times, payment terms, milestones and executes contracts or NDAs as needed.
• Maintains strategic supplier relationships to support cost savings, schedule adherence, and supply chain stability.
• Presents procurement strategies and risk assessments to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

Strumenti

SAP

Oracle

MS Office

e-procurement

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Job Title: Specialist, Procurement

Job Code: 47224

Job Location: Melbourne, FL

Job Schedule: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies, Space and Mission Systems, Intel & Cybersecurity is seeking an exceptionally motivated, detail-oriented individual to join our procurement team to support and execute procurement activities related to the acquisition of raw materials, goods, and services. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proven track record of delivering procurement results. L3Harris covers a variety of customer segments including U.S. Federal Government, Other Governments, Defense and Aerospace, and Commercial, both international and domestic. This requires the procurement team to be compliant with all government and agency laws and regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Manages the full end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, price and contract negotiation, contract execution, and ongoing supplier performance management, ensuring alignment with program objectives and organizational goals for low to high complexity of parts.
• Generate Request for Quotes (RFQs) and Purchase Order (PO) packages, which includes, source justifications, commercial certifications, and price justifications along with other FAR/DFARS and Department of Defense (DOD), Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.
• Successfully able to negotiate best value, lead times, pay terms, milestones, and execute legal documents as required (Purchase Order/contractual, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Legal Agreements, Terms and Conditions, etc.).
• Understands how to rationalize price and cost for competitive or sole source buys.
• Understands and applies Federal Acquisition Regulation/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (FAR/DFARS) through TINA and CAS thresholds, Prime and program flow down requirements, Quality Assurance Codes, and Trade Compliance Laws.
• Establishes, develops, and maintains strategic relationships with key suppliers, serving as a primary point of contact and fostering long-term partnerships that support supply chain stability, performance, and continuous improvement.
• Monitors and analyzes supply chain performance through metrics and KPIs, identifying opportunities and implementing corrective actions to drive cost savings and schedule adherence.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Cultivates and maintains strong internal customer and program relationships, fostering a collaborative environment built on trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to program success.
• Experience presenting procurement strategies, risk assessments, and program updates to senior leadership and program stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Works independently with minimal guidance to achieve operational targets and goals.
• Excellent organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across functional organizations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with MRP/ERP Software and Microsoft Office
• Proficient in MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems(e.g., SAP, Oracle)and e-procurement platforms.
• Ability to analyze supply chain data, metrics, and KPIs to support decision-making.
• Moderate knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain's influence on annual operating plan to include orders, sales, profit, and cash flow.
• Ability to develop action plans to increase supplier performance and mitigate supplier risks.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS/ITAR laws, rules, and regulations.

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.

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