Level 3 Communications, Inc

Lead, Procurement

Level 3 Communications, Inc$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 9+ years of procurement experience in a DoD environment, or 11+ years of relavant experience without a degree.
  • Experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus.
  • Proven problem-solving skills.
  • Strong knowledge of DoD Purchasing Policies & Procedures.
  • Experience in negotiating cost elements, pricing, scheduling, and terms.

Responsibilities

  • Support proposal activities by coordinating pricing with Program Managers and buyers.
  • Issue and analyze requests for quotes to find the best suppliers.
  • Document fair pricing in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
  • Ensure that suppliers meet all program and company requirements.
  • Write negotiation plans as needed for supplier discussions.
  • Negotiate long-term pricing agreements with suppliers.
  • Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders accurately and promptly.

Benefits

  • Structured work schedule of 9/80 for better work-life balance.
  • Collaborative environment within the L3Harris Supply Chain Management team.
  • Engagement in projects aimed at improving organizational efficiency.
  • Opportunities for professional development and skill improvement.
  • Potential for performing impactful supplier management and compliance oversight.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Lead, Procurement

Job Code: 44279

Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The Lead Procurement Specialist is an essential member of the L3Harris Supply Chain Management team. The procurement specialist is the main point of contact between suppliers and BCS and provides all contractual direction. The procurement specialist plays a key role in ensuring compliance to internal and Government FAR/DFAR/DPAS/CPSR Procurement Regulations, change management, invoice approvals, dispute resolution and purchase order closeout.

Essential Functions:
  • Support proposal activities by coordinating pricing efforts with Program Managers, Hardware Cost Estimating, and other buyers; prepare and follow-up on requests for quotation/bid/proposal to help ensure a compliant and effective competitive bidding process.
  • Issue requests for quotation/bid/proposal & analyze supplier quotes to determine best source in terms of cost, conformance to requirements, and delivery.
  • Document fair and reasonable pricing per Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) by performing cost and and/or price analysis.
  • Ensure all applicable program, company, engineering, and item-specific conformance criteria are clearly and adequately conveyed to suppliers.
  • Write negotiation plans as required.
  • Negotiate and establish long-term pricing agreements with suppliers.
  • Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders (PO) in a timely manner to meet customer delivery requirements.
  • Maintain accurate PO documentation per FAR/ Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) requirements and internal policies and procedures
  • Follow-up on late deliveries and expedite deliveries with suppliers as required.
  • Manage supplier performance and open orders
  • Conduct Performance Business Reviews (PBRs) with suppliers
  • Implement and track the applicable Purchase Order flow-downs as contractual line items.
  • Review and interpret drawings, incorporate terms and conditions into purchase orders, and flow down schedule requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned

In addition, this individual will manage projects designed to improve organizational efficiency, motivate and improve professional skills required in our business environment. The position is expected to use a defined set of metrics to measure performance to ensure accountability and facilitate problem resolution.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years recent experience as a Procurement Specialist in a DoD environment.
    • In lieu of a degree, minimum of 11 years prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years recent experience as a Procurement Specialist in a DoD environment.
  • Problem-solving experience
  • Experience with DoD Purchasing Policies & Procedures.

• Must have experience with ERP systems, SAP experience is a plus
• Hands on experience in negotiating cost elements, price, schedule, and terms & conditions.

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