Sr. Manager,Procurement

Sr. Manager Procurement

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

Job Title: Senior Manager, Procurement
Job Code: 35120
Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The Senior Manager of Procurement within the Maritime Sector is responsible for all aspects of electronics material procurement and strategic execution of the procurement function, including leading actions in combined metrics, forward looking approaches for procurement and proposals for all programs within the business unit. This individual will work in a matrixed organization supporting Supply Chain Management and will report directly to the Maritime Sector Director of Procurement.

The role will support strategy, long term planning, CPSR and internal policy compliance, large negotiations, savings, continuous improvement Initiatives, and Supply Chain metrics initiatives, while collaborating with program management, operations, engineering, finance, and other support functions. The individual will be responsible for developing a world-class procurement team through staffing, training, and talent management initiatives while serving as a role model for integrity, inclusion, and diversity.

The role will maintain responsibility for succession planning, as well as organizational and talent development.

Essential Functions:

Collaborate with the functional organizations across the Sector to identify strategic suppliers and work proactively to meet or exceed performance (cost/schedule/technical) needs
Manage procurement processes and systems; Ensure processes are aligned with all Government, L3Harris, and prime contract requirements
Identify and execute initiatives to improve performance based on industry best practices
Select, motivate, and lead a strong team
Support strategic new business pursuit activities as a critical subject matter expert for purchased and subcontracted systems and services
Ensure risk management strategies and processes are deployed on critical procurement efforts
Manage procurement metrics to ensure company goals and supplier performance objectives are being met and maintained

Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship is required
Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
15 years of supply chain management experience in the aerospace and defense industry
2-5 years of proven experience in leading high performing direct reports of 5 or more employees
Must have demonstrated organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills
Proven track record in managing external suppliers to overcome barriers to ensure on time deliveries
Solid knowledge of defense supply chain and purchasing processes (FAR/DFARS)
Ability to manage change in an organization, reengineering its culture and approach to workload management
Understanding and knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, specifically Costpoint or SAP

Preferred Additional Skills:

APICS or ISM certification a plus
Secret Clearance
Must have advanced computer skills, specifically Microsoft office products
Previous experience with SAP
Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with all levels of management
Excellent analytical and organization skills
Ability to manage change in an organization, reengineering its culture and approach to workload management
Experience purchasing electronics, custom metal fabricated parts, cable and wiring