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Procurement Analyst Principal (GG11). Procure materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly-specialized and complex nature based on program-specific requirements and specifications.
Job Responsibility:
Procure materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly-specialized and complex nature based on program-specific requirements and specifications
Develops purchase orders in accordance with specifications, requirements, work statements and terms and conditions
Lead procurement activities and assigned commodities required for the sourcing of Printed Circuit Boards (PCB's) and Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA's) as well as other complex program material, software, and services
Will help develop, support and execute sourcing strategies based on existing and forecasted spend, demand and supply challenges and marketplace conditions, ensuring alignment with the Business Area objectives
Prepares/reviews proposals, develops evaluation criteria, selects or recommends suppliers, creates electronic purchase orders (ePO) files for review, prepares awards and administers resulting purchase orders
Negotiates additions, deletions, or modifications to purchase orders and resolves invoicing issues
Follow and execute to established and approved procurement policies and procedures in order to provide the best value consistent with quality and service requirements while maintaining good supplier relations
Responsible for Procurement Compliance and Cost/Price Analysis
Ability to work independently, as well as manage cross functional program teams on all procurement related issues
multi-tasking is crucial for success
Must be able to assess, prioritize, drive issues to closure and be assertive when required
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties
Exhibit best practice work habits and collaborate with other subcontract team members to promote operational excellence
Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external customers and foster and maintain good supplier relationships
Drive Zero Defect initiatives with suppliers
Advise management of contractual rights and obligations
compile and analyze data
and maintain historical information and compliant file documentation
Negotiate Terms and Conditions and specific terms and conditions including price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements
Support proposal preparation activities and execute supplier management activities to provide for acquisition and fulfillment of direct requirements in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
Manage suppliers through all phases of program execution
Respond to supplier inquires, resolve invoice issues, participate on proposal evaluation team(s) in fact finding, technical evaluation, and cost/price analysis
Documents the entire fact finding and negotiation process
Ensures that discussions, correspondence and agreements with potential and actual suppliers are in accordance with government law, corporate and company policy and program special provisions
Requirements:
Experience in a large multifaceted electronic manufacturing environment
Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations
Extensive PCB & PCBA sourcing experience
Experience buying across various other commodities (electronics, mechanical, cables, optics, etc.)
Commodity Strategy Development/Implementation
Financial Acumen
Project/Supplier Management
Strategic/Critical Thinking
Negotiating Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Excellent time management/organizational skills
Ability to find win-win solutions
a 'make it happen' attitude
Proficient use of MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations policies and procedures
Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or Associates Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience
U.S. Citizenship
Travel
Nice to have:
Curiosity and desire for continuous improvement
Generosity of thought and knowledge
Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system
Technical Background (Ability to read drawings)
Graduate Degree in a related field
6 plus years’ experience in operations, supply chain, negotiations, price analysis or contract management
Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.
Secret clearance or secret eligible required
What we offer:
health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards