Sr Specialist, Procurement

L3Harris Technologies; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Melbourne, Florida, is seeking a Senior Specialist in Procurement to manage end-to-end procurement activities, supplier relationships, and contract execution in a regulated environment.

You will ensure alignment with budgets while supporting audits and compliance with applicable laws. This onsite role collaborates across programs, finance, and legal to optimize spend and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with minimum 6 years of related experience; graduate degree with 4+ years preferred.
• Experience in Procurement and/or Subcontracts in a regulated environment; knowledge of compliance, negotiations, and analytics.
• DoD contract experience and knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Manages end-to-end procurement lifecycle including sourcing, negotiation, and contract execution.
• Establishes and maintains strategic partnerships with key suppliers and OEMs.
• Drafts and negotiates various contract types with favorable terms and risk mitigation.
• Identifies procurement risks and develops mitigation strategies across programs.
• Leads continuous improvement to procurement processes and performance metrics.
• Monitors supply chain performance against schedule using KPIs and cost savings initiatives.
• Negotiates and resolves supplier claims, returns, and engineering changes.
• Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams and executive leadership.
• Maintains audit readiness and supports internal/external audits; travel may be required.

Skills

Procurement

Subcontracts

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Risk management

Communication

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

MRP systems

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: 47651

Job Location: Melbourne, Florida - Onsite

Job Schedule: 9/80 (off every other Friday)

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Specialist in Procurement for our Melbourne, Florida location to plan and implement strategic activities related to the procurement of raw materials, goods and services. This role requires management of complex supplier relationships and ensuring optimal supply chain performance within a dynamic, regulated environment. The successful candidate will ensure procurement aligns with organizational goals and budget constraints while maintaining compliance with applicable anti-corruption ethics, laws, and regulations, as well as aiding in audits.

Essential Functions:

• Manages the end-to-end procurement lifecycle including sourcing, negotiation, contract execution, and supplier performance management
• Establishes and maintains strategic partnerships with key suppliers and OEM’s through capability assessments and qualification activities.
• Drafts, negotiates, and executes various contract types ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation
• Identifies, assesses, and develops mitigation strategies for procurement-related risks across programs.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Monitors and analyzes supply chain performance against schedule, through metrics, KPIs, and cost savings initiatives.
• Negotiates and resolves claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes with suppliers.
• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) across Supply Chain and communicate effectively with various functional organizations and executive leadership.
• Maintains strong internal customer relationships that foster an environment of collaboration and trust.
• Maintains audit readiness and supports internal/external audits related to procurement activities.
• Some travel may be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• 6 years’ experience in Procurement and/or Subcontracts. Experience to be one or a combination of the following: Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Contracts, Procurement, Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Compliance, Legal and Government compliance, and/or Finance. Coursework, or practical experience that demonstrates business acumen, compliance, legal, negotiations skills, analytical mindset, strategy development and execution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MRP experience.
• Highly proficient in MS Office suite of tools, including Outlook.
• Proficient with MRP systems with familiarity with e-procurement related supply chain software.
• Advanced negotiation and influencing skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Risk assessment and mitigation expertise.
• Excellent communication skills, quality commitment, customer focus,andinterpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with strong team collaboration capabilities.
• Ability to present to all levels of management and program teams.
• DoD contract experience.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws, rules, and regulations.
• Lean Six Sigma experience.

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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