Experienced Procurement Agent
About The Position
The Boeing Global Services Organization (BGS) is seeking an Experienced Procurement Agent (Level 3) to join the Supplier Management team in Dallas, Texas. The role supports procurement activities for build-to-print spares in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment. The successful candidate will manage supplier-related activities as an authorized agent of the company, with authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements. The position involves managing supplier purchase orders and contracts, source selection, contractual documentation, proposal support, supplier performance, and coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers. The candidate will also lead special projects supporting continuous improvement. Strong business acumen, communication, and problem-solving skills are important, as is proactive engagement with multiple disciplines and program stakeholders. This position requires a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 for export control compliance. Boeing states that the position is not contingent on a program award, is not safety-sensitive, and does not require a security clearance. The employer will not sponsor employment visas. The stated shift is Shift 1 (United States of America).
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in procurement and supply chain processes and procedures.
- At least 3 years of experience negotiating contracts, terms and conditions, and pricing, and placing contracts or purchase orders.
- At least 3 years of experience placing procurements and/or managing suppliers under government prime contracts.
- Strong business acumen, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive engagement with various disciplines and program stakeholders.
- Must be a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline.
- At least 5 years of experience in Supplier Management/Procurement as a Purchasing Agent or Buyer is highly desired.
- Experience proposing, negotiating, and executing purchase contracts in a FAR/DFAR contracting environment.
- Experience with transactional sourcing and managing supplier performance.
Responsibilities
- Manage priorities in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment involving a high volume of supplier purchase orders and contracts.
- Oversee source selection for parts and services.
- Prepare, negotiate, execute, and document Requests for Proposals (RFPs), supplier contracts, and purchase orders in accordance with regulatory requirements and Boeing procedures.
- Support Proposal Board activity by gathering supplier cost and lead-time inputs for customer proposals, Requests for Information (RFIs), and business development opportunities.
- Gather supplier performance data and identify improvement opportunities relating to delivery, quality, and financial stability.
- Manage supplier performance and interpret and enforce contract terms and conditions in support of Government Prime and commercial contracts.
- Problem-solve and interact with suppliers to meet contract and engineering requirements and support proposals.
- Engage stakeholders to integrate program and customer strategies into supplier source selection, negotiation, and contracting strategies.
- Communicate across functions, programs, and suppliers to manage risks, issues, and opportunities.
- Lead special projects to execute continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
