Bachelor's Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience or Graduate Degree with 4+ years; 10+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience in purchasing or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with defense contracting supply chain principles.
Knowledge of procurement processes for military-grade products.
Understanding of ITAR, FAR, and DFAR regulations.
Experience with electronics and complex electrical components.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; advanced Excel proficiency.
Responsibilities
Analyze engineering drawings to determine procurement needs.
Source and purchase machinery, tools, and materials for operations.
Compile and analyze data to assess product feasibility and pricing.
Monitor price trends and manufacturing processes.
Negotiate with suppliers to secure quality products at competitive prices.
Review proposals and manage supplier relationships throughout the procurement process.
Participate in departmental process improvements and lean initiatives.
Benefits
Health and disability insurance.
401(k) match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Education assistance.
Parental leave.
Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Title:Senior Specialist, Procurement
Job Code: 47472
Job Location: Clifton, NJ
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris is looking for a Buyer to join its Procurement team in its Clifton, NJ location.
Essential Functions:
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 and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
Experience with purchasing, supply chain, or related experience in a manufacturing environment.
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 is $84,000 - $156,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. 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. 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.
