Sr. Assoc., Procurement (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? Pratt & Whitney is seeking an energetic self-starter to join its Military Engines (ME) Support Equipment (SE) Procurement Team as a Buyer. This Buyer will work in a dynamic, fast paced environment with Pratt & Whitney’s supply base as well as internal cross functional teams. The Buyer will follow procurement process, standards, and operational plans, and send out RFPs, negotiate with Suppliers and issue Purchase Orders. The Buyer will part of a team of procurement professionals who gets things done and are committed to supporting the War Fighter. Ability to adapt and manage changing requirements is a must. Buyer to have a passion for accuracy and responsiveness to our customers and supply base.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience
Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PPT, Word)
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Nice To Haves

SAP Proficiency
Ability to work independently and in a team setting
Analytical thinking
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of FARS/DFARS
Ability to adapt and manage changing rapidly changing requirements and problem solve
Prior procurement experience

Responsibilities

Executes processes, standards, and operational plans in support of Procurement goals, including RFPs, negotiations, cost accountability, and / or program execution.
Manage Statement of Work (SOW) agreements, Standard and Service Purchase Orders as well as negotiate pricing, contractual terms, and lead time. Also control costs and perform price analysis
Manage vendor relationships and performance and maintain accuracy of purchasing documents and data. Also, build and maintain strong relationships with our suppliers and a focus on supplier development
Troubleshoot issues within SAP with key stakeholders (Fleet Management/Customer Accounts/Buyers/Delivery Assurance/Quality). Also, utilize data to strategically award Purchase Orders
Consistently and effectively communicate requirements and changes to Suppliers, Customers and cross functional teams as well as lead and support Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE) activities such as standard work
Work closely with internal organizations such as Quality, SE Fleet Management, Delivery Assurance, Contracts, and Program as well as ensure compliance with applicable Procurement Manual Regulations, Requirements, and P&W policies.
Maintain accuracy of purchasing documents and data and also control costs and perform price analysis
Manage vendor relationships and performance as well as manage and support delivery schedule to customers.
Ensure compliance with applicable Procurement Manual Regulations, Requirements, and P&W policies as well as support process improvements

Benefits

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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