Associate Manager, Procurement

L3Harris•Rochester, NY

3d•$73,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is looking for an Associate Manager of Procurement to join our team at our Jefferson Road Operations Center. Associate Managers are responsible for overseeing a team of 5+ direct reports, ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services at the best possible cost. This role involves coaching buyers through supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with various departments to meet the organization's procurement needs. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent negotiation abilities, and a keen understanding of supply chain management. Additional duties include but are not limited to: Act as path of escalation on shortages. Analyze and interpret engineering drawings/schematics to understand the procurement and manufacturing requirements. Send RFQs to obtain quotes, examine bids, and make awards. Compile and analyze statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and/or services. Review proposals, negotiate prices, select or recommend suppliers. Source and purchase direct materials necessary for operation of the organization. Ensure supplier compliance via an internet supplier portal (eXpo PO tracking) and responsible for item part data attribute accuracy. Participate and contribute to departmental and company-wide process improvements and lean initiatives. Sustain success metrics (Delivery, Cost, Lead Time, Inventory, etc), incorporating best practices, and effectively communicating improvements

Requirements

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.
Experience purchasing parts and/or services in a medium to high volume environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Government and Commercial Contracting/Subcontracting managing supplier performance in the areas of technical scope, schedule, and cost.
Engineering or Technical Background
Experience engaging with suppliers and analyzing suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.
MRP Experience, Agile configuration
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Cost analysis and negotiation experience
Experience and understanding of product specifications, statements of work (SOW), and terms and conditions
Advanced Excel skills including Pivot tables, macros, etc.
Global sourcing experience

Responsibilities

Act as path of escalation on shortages.
Analyze and interpret engineering drawings/schematics to understand the procurement and manufacturing requirements.
Send RFQs to obtain quotes, examine bids, and make awards.
Compile and analyze statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and/or services.
Review proposals, negotiate prices, select or recommend suppliers.
Source and purchase direct materials necessary for operation of the organization.
Ensure supplier compliance via an internet supplier portal (eXpo PO tracking) and responsible for item part data attribute accuracy.
Participate and contribute to departmental and company-wide process improvements and lean initiatives.
Sustain success metrics (Delivery, Cost, Lead Time, Inventory, etc), incorporating best practices, and effectively communicating improvements