Procurement Specialist Ref #40199 Waterdown, Ontario Key Responsibilities of the Role: <ul style="margin-bottom:13.0px"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">As an experienced member of the team, the commodities and Supplier portfolios assigned have a medium to larger scope, complexity and/or spend.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Responsible for all purchasing activities relating to quality, cost, and schedule for the assigned portfolio</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Effectively interact cross-functionally primarily with Planning, Quality, Operations Engineering, Engineering, Production, Finance, Materials, CSG (Customer Service Group), and other Departments as required.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Proactively engage with assigned suppliers to ensure that supplier capabilities and products meet the current and future requirements of the organization.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Produce RFQs, competitive bids, bid evaluations and purchase orders utilizing Cost Analysis methods.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ensure thorough understanding of and strict adherence to policies and procedures relating to the L3Harris WESCAM Supply Chain department, overall site business policies and L3Harris Corporate policies and mandates</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Take an active role in supporting Lean projects focused on enhancing key business processes within the primary functional area</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Work in conjunction with Commodity Managers and/or Supplier Quality Engineers to support supplier recovery schedules to meet organization’s demand requirements</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Support Commodity Managers with the evaluation and execution of dual sourcing and outsourcing activities</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Support Commodity Managers in negotiation and the implementation supplier agreements, including Non- Disclosure Agreements, Statements of Work, Long-term Agreements, and general Terms & Conditions</li> </ul> Skills Required: <ul style="margin-bottom:13.0px"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Competency using ERP, EDI and PLM software packages</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Solid understanding of ERP/MRP and production planning principles</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Project</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Able to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining strong sense of urgency and focus on customer service</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">A demonstrated dedication to results and continuous improvement within a team environment, including the proficient knowledge and use of Root Cause Corrective Action and Lean tools</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Flexible and agile in attitude is a must, while still maintaining adherence to company policies and procedures</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Excellent communication and negotiating skills</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Effectively manage multiple competing priorities</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Initiative to investigate problems, develop solutions and obtain results</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Working knowledge of the CGRP, USML, ITAR and Offsets</li> </ul> Experience & Education Requirements <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">University Degree/College Diploma in Business, Operations or Material Management/ Supply Chain</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or </li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience, or </li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">APICS CSCP, CPIM or PMAC SCMP designation considered assets.</li> </ul> *This posting is for a current vacancy. In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay range for this position will be $83,000 to $101,000. #LI-BD1

Procurement Specialist (Buyer) (Waterdown, ON, CA, L9H 0C5) @ L3Harris Technologies, Inc.

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