Procurement Specialist
Ref #28741
Toronto Ontario
Key Responsibilities of the Role:
- As an experienced member of the team the commodities and Supplier portfolios assigned have a medium to larger scope complexity and/or spend.
- Responsible for all purchasing activities relating to quality cost and schedule for the assigned portfolio
- Effectively interact cross-functionally primarily with Planning Quality Operations Engineering Engineering Production Finance Materials CSG (Customer Service Group) and other Departments as required.
- Proactively engage with assigned suppliers to ensure that supplier capabilities and products meet the current and future requirements of the organization.
- Produce RFQs competitive bids bid evaluations and purchase orders utilizing Cost Analysis methods.
- Ensure thorough understanding of and strict adherence to policies and procedures relating to the L3Harris WESCAM Supply Chain department overall site business policies and L3Harris Corporate policies and mandates
- Take an active role in supporting Lean projects focused on enhancing key business processes within the primary functional area
- Work in conjunction with Commodity Managers and/or Supplier Quality Engineers to support supplier recovery schedules to meet organizations demand requirements
- Support Commodity Managers with the evaluation and execution of dual sourcing and outsourcing activities
- Support Commodity Managers in negotiation and the implementation supplier agreements including Non- Disclosure Agreements Statements of Work Long-term Agreements and general Terms & Conditions
Skills Required:
- Competency using ERP EDI and PLM software packages
- Solid understanding of ERP/MRP and production planning principles
- Proficiency in Excel Word PowerPoint and MS Project
- Able to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining strong sense of urgency and focus on customer service
- A demonstrated dedication to results and continuous improvement within a team environment including the proficient knowledge and use of Root Cause Corrective Action and Lean tools
- Flexible and agile in attitude is a must while still maintaining adherence to company policies and procedures
- Excellent communication and negotiating skills
- Effectively manage multiple competing priorities
- Excellent interpersonal organizational and time management skills
- Initiative to investigate problems develop solutions and obtain results
- Working knowledge of the CGRP USML ITAR and Offsets
Experience & Education Requirements
- University Degree/College Diploma in Business Operations or Material Management/ Supply Chain
- Bachelors Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or
- Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience or
- In lieu of a degree minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
- APICS CSCP CPIM or PMAC SCMP designation considered assets.
Required Experience:
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