Principal Specialist, Procurement

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5d•Remote

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 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.
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Masters’ degree in supply chain, business, engineering or related field
Experience working proactively with cross functional teams to resolve supplier issues and internal process challenges
Experience managing a high volume procurement desk with POs over the TINA threshold
SAP based environment experience
Experience with technical requirements of procured hardware and services – including Statement of Work (SOW), build to spec and build to print procurements
Experience implementing/executing supplier recovery efforts and running supplier calls
Experience with executing FFP and Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts
Familiarity with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Demonstrated knowledge / compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
Experienced with leading onsite supplier reviews

Responsibilities

Manage a high-volume desk in a fast paced environment while consistently meeting accuracy and performance metrics
Prepare and issue RFPs and execute to the PR to PO lifecycle
Perform price/cost analysis techniques and place Firm Fixed Price, Letter Subcontracts and cost type POs in accordance with FAR/DFARS
Proactively manage suppliers to ensure on time delivery by obtaining accurate status, implement proper oversight and recovery efforts
Present Root Cause and Corrective Actions to leadership team based on metrics performance and supplier issues
Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations (Price, Delivery, scope, Terms & Conditions)
Work closely with the Program and other functional groups (Operations, Quality, Engineering, Program Management, etc.) to achieve objectives
Travel as required (up to 30%) and lead supplier onsite reviews