Senior Associate, Procurement
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About the role
We are seeking a Senior Associate, Procurement to join our Supply Chain team in Canoga Park, CA. The Senior Associate, Procurement plans and implements activities related to the procurement of raw materials, goods, and services. This role involves compiling and analyzing statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives, approving and qualifying vendors, obtaining quotes, examining bids, and making awards.
Responsibilities
- Procure critical path components and services in support of organizational and manufacturing needs.
- Manage subcontracts for assigned suppliers and/or commodities.
- Serve as a liaison and focal point of contact to internal customers (Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Program).
- Create and issue various types of contracts (FFP, T&M, etc.).
- Lead supplier selection process, perform cost/price analysis, fact-finding, and formal negotiations.
- Ensure compliance with delivery schedules and follow up with suppliers to ensure adherence to delivery dates.
- Review and negotiate terms and conditions modifications, including agreements such as End User License Agreements.
- Understand component specifications and requirements.
- Maintain documentation control in compliance with FAR regulations and company procedures and policies.
- Perform audits of PO files and documentation of buyer peers.
- Actively participate in company, departmental, and enterprise improvement initiatives.
- Negotiate and settle with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes.
- Follow applicable anti-corruption ethics, laws, and regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior procurement experience.
- Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 1 years of prior procurement experience.
- In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of prior procurement experience.
Skills
- 2+ years of professional experience in purchasing within an MRP (ERP) driven manufacturing environment.
- Proven professional history and experience involving procurement negotiations.
- Experience in government/FAR buying environment (preferred but not necessary).
- Contract experience, including knowledge of terms and conditions and other procurement agreement-related experience.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Understanding and working knowledge of engineering documentation and product configuration.
Pay
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the State of California is $63,000 - $117,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
Schedule
9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.
Benefits
- Health and disability insurance
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Education assistance
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Company-paid holidays
The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.