Procurement Agent (Multiple Level)

Boeing•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•$64,600 - $101,850•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Associate or Experienced Procurement Agent to join our dynamic team in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Level 2 or 3 Procurement Agent is an experienced procurement professional who manages mid-complexity purchasing activities for the OKC site. This role supports tactical sourcing, supplier performance, while ensuring compliance with Boeing policies. The Level 2 or 3 works independently and partners across functions to drive timely, cost-effective supply solutions. Key Responsibilities Level 2 Procurement Agent: Execute and manage end-to-end procurement activities for mid-complexity goods and services, including requisition review, sourcing, purchase order creation, and contract compliance. Assess supplier proposals, negotiate terms, and make recommendations to reduce cost, mitigate risk, and improve service. Monitor supplier performance, lead corrective actions for recurring issues, and coordinate with quality, engineering, and planning to resolve technical or delivery problems. Serve as an escalation point for Level 1 procurement issues; provide guidance and coaching to junior procurement staff. Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects to streamline procurement workflows, and reduce cycle times Support supplier selection/onboarding for new or replacement suppliers consistent with sourcing strategies and compliance requirements. Maintain accurate procurement records, ensure data quality in ERP systems, and prepare routine procurement metrics and status reports. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and site safety requirements. The Level 3 Procurement Agent is a senior, independent procurement professional responsible for managing complex procurement packages for the E7 program, including both Commercial and government-subject efforts (TINA/FAR). This role leads end-to-end sourcing for medium-to-high complexity buys, performs cost/price analysis, negotiates contractual terms, ensures regulatory compliance, and partners cross-functionally to deliver schedule and cost objectives. The PA acts with a high degree of autonomy, mentors junior staff, and drives continuous improvement across procurement processes. Key Responsibilities Level 3 Procurement Agent: Lead full life cycle procurement for complex packages (material, components, services, tooling), including solicitation strategy, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, and contract closeout. Execute government-subject procurements in accordance with TINA, FAR, DFARS, and applicable customer flow-downs: prepare/coordinate certified cost or pricing data, support audits, and respond to government inquiries. Conduct robust cost and price analyses, develop negotiation position(s), and document rationale and negotiation results to meet compliance and audit requirements. Negotiate commercial contracts and terms with suppliers to achieve best overall value while mitigating risk (lead time, quality, warranty, intellectual property, indemnity). Manage suppliers for performance, risk mitigation, and corrective action: lead supplier performance reviews, develop corrective action plans, and escalate unresolved technical or quality issues to program leadership. Serve as the primary procurement lead for cross-functional complex procurements; coordinate engineering, quality, finance, planning, and program management to align requirements, schedules, and acceptance criteria. Prepare and maintain procurement documentation (negotiation files, certified cost or pricing data submissions, SOWs, change orders) to support audits and program traceability. Identify and drive sourcing strategies, alternative supplier options, and risk mitigation plans (dual sourcing, safety stock, long-lead buys). Mentor and provide subject-matter guidance to Level 1–2 procurement staff; review complex actions and support escalation and training. Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement processes, reduce cycle time, and improve data quality and supplier performance.

Requirements

2–5 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience with demonstrated increased responsibility (Level 2).
Proven experience with procurement lifecycle, supplier management, and basic negotiation (Level 2).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and familiarity with ERP/procurement systems (Level 2).
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally (Level 2).
More than 1 year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Associate Level 2).
6+ years of procurement/purchasing experience supporting aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing programs; experience on complex program(s) preferred (Level 3).
Demonstrated experience managing government-subject procurements, including practical knowledge of TINA, FAR/DFARS clauses, certified cost or pricing data, and audit processes (Level 3).
Strong cost/price analysis and negotiation skills with documented negotiation wins and cost avoidance / savings results (Level 3).
Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP), and experience preparing procurement metrics and supplier scorecards (Level 3).
Proven ability to handle complex multi-stakeholder procurements independently and to meet aggressive schedule and cost targets (Level 3).
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present negotiation rationale, risks, and recommendations to program leads and senior management (Level 3).
More than 3 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Experienced Level 3).

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or regulated industries (Level 2).
Exposure to strategic sourcing, category management, or contract administration (Level 2).
Bachelor’s degree or higher (Level 2).
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) (Level 2 Preferred).
Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required (Level 3 Preferred).

Responsibilities

Execute and manage end-to-end procurement activities for mid-complexity goods and services, including requisition review, sourcing, purchase order creation, and contract compliance.
Assess supplier proposals, negotiate terms, and make recommendations to reduce cost, mitigate risk, and improve service.
Monitor supplier performance, lead corrective actions for recurring issues, and coordinate with quality, engineering, and planning to resolve technical or delivery problems.
Serve as an escalation point for Level 1 procurement issues; provide guidance and coaching to junior procurement staff.
Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects to streamline procurement workflows, and reduce cycle times
Support supplier selection/onboarding for new or replacement suppliers consistent with sourcing strategies and compliance requirements.
Maintain accurate procurement records, ensure data quality in ERP systems, and prepare routine procurement metrics and status reports.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and site safety requirements.
Lead full life cycle procurement for complex packages (material, components, services, tooling), including solicitation strategy, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, and contract closeout.
Execute government-subject procurements in accordance with TINA, FAR, DFARS, and applicable customer flow-downs: prepare/coordinate certified cost or pricing data, support audits, and respond to government inquiries.
Conduct robust cost and price analyses, develop negotiation position(s), and document rationale and negotiation results to meet compliance and audit requirements.
Negotiate commercial contracts and terms with suppliers to achieve best overall value while mitigating risk (lead time, quality, warranty, intellectual property, indemnity).
Manage suppliers for performance, risk mitigation, and corrective action: lead supplier performance reviews, develop corrective action plans, and escalate unresolved technical or quality issues to program leadership.
Serve as the primary procurement lead for cross-functional complex procurements; coordinate engineering, quality, finance, planning, and program management to align requirements, schedules, and acceptance criteria.
Prepare and maintain procurement documentation (negotiation files, certified cost or pricing data submissions, SOWs, change orders) to support audits and program traceability.
Identify and drive sourcing strategies, alternative supplier options, and risk mitigation plans (dual sourcing, safety stock, long-lead buys).
Mentor and provide subject-matter guidance to Level 1–2 procurement staff; review complex actions and support escalation and training.
Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement processes, reduce cycle time, and improve data quality and supplier performance.
Performs continuous review and analysis of demand and supply
Prepares and executes proprietary information agreements
Supports sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements
Communicates performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance
Integrates program, customer, product and in-service strategies into source selection, negotiation and contracting strategies
Negotiates pricing and contract terms and conditions
Prepares and executes negotiated contractual documents and binding agreements
Conducts risk, issues and opportunities management
Manages supply and demand, schedules, supplier quality, delivery and financial performance
Initiates and executes supplier improvement activities and integrates results into contracting strategies