Principal Procurement Specialist - ONSITE-2

RTX•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon Operation & Supply Chain (OSC) offers an excellent opportunity to join our diverse, energetic, and collaborative environment in support of the dynamic and growth-oriented Procurement department for Naval Power (NP) procurement team. In this role, you will foster relationship with suppliers, administer subcontracts in a fashion consistent with integrated supply chain models, recognizing the role and value of each participant through the acquisition life cycle from requirements generation through product delivery, product support, and payment for products and services. You will engage in supplier performance, relationship management, strategic sourcing as well as facilitate complex business agreements in support of the various contracts.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
Experience in Supply chain, Procurement, Finance or Contracts.
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62"

Nice To Haves

Masters’ degree in supply chain, business, engineering or related field
Experience in working with development type of procurement and major subcontracts
SAP based environment experience
Experience with technical requirements of procured hardware and services – including Statement of Work (SOW) review
Familiarity with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Demonstrated knowledge / compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
Experience in written contractual authorization/vehicles (Cost Plus, Firm Fixed Price etc.)
Assess proposal compliance (FAR 15.4)

Responsibilities

Preparation and issuance of RFP’s
Perform price and cost analysis techniques in support of proposals
Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations (Price, Delivery, scope, Terms & Conditions)
Place subcontracts/purchase orders of medium complexity in accordance with all regulatory (FAR/DFAR) and corporate compliance requirements for various complex subcontract (Cost Type, Incentive Type, Firm Fixed, etc.).
Place OTA, WFPP, CRADA, bailment, and other unique procurement.
Nurture professional business relationships with first tier subcontractors
Work closely with the Program and other functional groups (Operations, Quality, Engineering, Program Management, etc) to achieve objectives
Develop plans to promote cost reduction initiatives and performance improvements (technical and quality) in support of flawless supplier execution for programs
Able to support travel as needed (up to 15%)