Experienced Contract Procurement Agent

Boeing•Hialeah, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Distribution, Inc. is seeking an Experienced Contract Procurement Agent (Level 3) to join their team in Hialeah, FL. This role involves strategically sourcing and establishing Long Term Agreements on aerospace parts. The agent will compile and analyze data to identify contracting opportunities and optimize supply matrices for cost-effectiveness, quality, reliability, and schedule adherence. Staying informed about industry and commodity markets, as well as price projections, will be crucial for making informed recommendations for RFQs. The position also requires developing and presenting procurement strategies to leadership and the BDSI Category Council, and negotiating Long Term Agreements, including proposal analyses, price negotiations, and contract terms.

Requirements

4+ total years of related experience
4+ years of experience in Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Procurement and/or Strategic Sourcing
1+ years of experience with basic ERP system functionality such as Systems Applications and Processing (SAP) and/or Procurement to Pay (PTP)
Experience with Microsoft Office Products like Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Experience drafting, negotiating and executing complex contracts and subcontracts
Experience interacting directly with suppliers regarding contract requirements and/or proposals
Experience with strategic sourcing / negotiations, and managing supplier performance
Strong project management, data analysis, cross-functional stewardship, and written and oral communication skills
Advanced data analysis and reporting utilizing Excel and SAP
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred – Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field of study
6+ years of experience in Supplier Management/Procurement as a Purchasing Agent or Buyer
APICS Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM)
Experience working in a distribution business environment
Experience in commodity / product knowledge
Demonstrated experience conducting RFQs from commencement to award

Responsibilities

Autonomously conduct market analysis and Long Term Agreement recommendations in accordance with the commodity and business strategies to deliver on contracting and saving goals
Develop and assess requests for information (RFI) and request for quotes (RFQ) to support strategic sourcing and dual-sourcing initiatives
Use business analysis to determine Long Term Agreement opportunities to meet global procurement requirements and conduct reports as required
Evaluate and select suppliers, negotiate pricing, terms and conditions, and execute Long Term Agreements
Develop and manage strategic partnerships with suppliers and internal stakeholder
Perform supply planning by evaluating inventory levels, safety stock, validating forecast, and selecting approved suppliers to determine investment strategy.
Perform sourcing activities, including strategic sourcing, alternate / dual sourcing, supplier and part qualification / and approval
Maintain awareness and understanding of department key deliverables and how contracting decisions impact those deliverables
Provides expertise on business process and continuous improvement.
Trains other team members as needed.
Communicate effectively up and down the organization and skillfully present to executive leadership.