Entry Level or Associate Procurement Agent

Boeing•Long Beach, CA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Boeing Global Services (BGS) organization has a unique and exciting opportunity for a Procurement Agent (Entry-Level, or Associate) to join the Supplier Management team located in Long Beach, CA or Seattle, WA. We are looking for a detail-oriented problem-solver who can support procurement activities in a fast-paced environment. Be a part of meaningful change, as we examine and evolve our procurement processes, strategic understanding of our extended supply chain along with the risks and issues within our supply chain. The ideal candidate will have a unique blend of technical knowledge, analytical experience and supply chain experience.

Requirements

Experience in Procurement and/or Supply Chain
Experience working in cross-functional teams
Experience working with a procurement system
Experience in working with suppliers and vendors
Available to work flexible hours, overtime and occasional weekends when necessary
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working with ERPLN
Experience of strategic sourcing objectives including supply base optimization, enterprise leveraging, supplier performance improvement and business considerations to develop the company's supplier base.
Experience building and using industry knowledge for planning and performance accomplishment. This includes knowledge of competition and strategic partners.
Experience in project leadership/management, supporting, leading, and delegation the project team's responsibilities and tasks through all stages of the project life cycle.
Experience leading complex opportunity capture and problem solving

Responsibilities

Issue POs in a timely manner
Communicates and follows up with suppliers on order status
Coordinates with suppliers and process PO changes
Resolves Griefs and NCRs
Interpret contract terms and conditions
Unitize metrics and dashboard to ensure timely completion of tasks
Facilitates supplier/subcontractor business relationships, delivery requirements and performance to contractual obligations and expectations
Develops, documents and implements process changes in support of company goals
Identifies and implements improvements to streamline process flows
Possess general understanding, ability, and knowledge to act independently when working routine problems or situations
Possess general knowledge of company and local policies, procedures and regulations