Sr. Specialist, Procurement

L3Harris Technologies; Clifton (NJ); Remote; USD 84,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Clifton, NJ is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Procurement to analyze drawings, source machinery and materials, and manage supplier relationships to meet schedules and quality standards.

The role requires 3+ years in purchasing within manufacturing, advanced MS Office and MRP skills, and a strong understanding of procurement processes and ITAR/FAR/DFAR concepts. Salary ranges from $84,000 to $156,000 in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or a related field.
• 3+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years’ experience in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and MRP system skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret engineering drawings/schematics to understand the procurement and manufacturing requirements.
• Source and purchase machinery, equipment, tools, raw materials, packaging, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for operation.
• Compile and analyze data to determine feasibility of buying products and establish price objectives.
• Keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or a related field

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

MRP system

Job description

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: Sr. Specialist, Procurement

Job Code: 43178

Job Location: Clifton, NJ Remote

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

• Analyze and interpret engineering drawings/schematics to understand the procurement and manufacturing requirements.
• Sources and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization.
• Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives.
• Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.
• Confers with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules.
• Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up on orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment and maintains necessary records.
• May prepare bid packages.
• Frequent internal company and external contacts. Represents organization on specific projects.
• Prepare proposal requests consistent with the requirements of the contract.
• Develop new sources of supply based on quality product, on-time delivery and competitive pricing.
• Solicit and award purchase orders consistent with the requirements of the contract.
• Participate and contribute to departmental and company-wide process improvements and lean initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or a related field.
• 3+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years’ experience in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and MRP system skills.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of Supply Chain principles and concepts in defense contracting.
• Knowledge in the procurement processes of military grade products.
• Knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFAR).
• Experience purchasing electronics, custom metal fabricated parts, cable and wiring harnesses, and / or complex electrical components and assemblies.
• Must be a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills including use of pivot tables, lookup tables, etc.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey area is $84,000.00 - $156,000.00.

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.

• health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• parental leave
• paid time off
• 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.

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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