Job Title: Associate, Supply Chain Management

Company Information:

Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is the 6th largest defense contractor globally, employing over 50,000 people worldwide. As a prime contractor, L3Harris specializes in Command, Control, and Communications; Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C³ISR); Government Services; and Aircraft Modernization and Maintenance (AM&M), while also boasting the broadest base of electronic systems in the industry. L3Harris is a major provider of homeland defense products and services for various emerging spanets.  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities / females / veterans / individuals with disabilities / sexual orientation / gender identity.   

Job Description: 

L3Harris Technologies Space and Sensors is currently seeking an Associate, Supply Chain Management to contribute to the success and growth of our Space and Sensors division located in Anaheim, CA.  The Associate, Supply Chain Management determines approaches to objectives, demonstrating a theoretical and general understanding and application of procurement principles, concepts, and practices in a DoD environment. This position requires a minimum of 0-2 years’ experience in defense procurement and manufacturing.

Requirements:

• Procure components and subassemblies to support various programs, 

• Manage Purchase Orders (POs) and other agreements for direct and indirect procurements; Includes preparation of Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), proposal evaluation and analysis, and issuance and maintenance of POs.

• Select and recommend suppliers, negotiate pricing, delivery, quality, terms and conditions, and execute non-disclosure agreements and service agreements. 

• Contribute to material cost reduction strategy.

• Create and issue various types of POs, including Firm-Fixed Price and Time & Material. 

• Conduct formal price analysis to determine price fair and reasonableness. Negotiate the lowest possible total cost for the product (balance price with optimum quality and schedule needs).  

• Identify opportunities to mitigate supply chain risk. 

• Administer post-award of issued POs 

• Create purchase orders files in compliance with all command media and necessary process disciplines for audits 

• Support Integrated Product Teams (IPT) through supply chain representative or as an active team member 

• Monitor and provide feedback to IPT on critical supplier performance to ensure timely delivery to manufacturing schedules

• Active participation in company and department initiatives such as strategic sourcing and various L3Harris improvement efforts 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Must be a US Citizen

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience using advanced Excel skills including use of pivot tables, lookup tables, etc.

• Knowledge within Deltek, Costpoint, SAP, and ProPricer

• Knowledge in the procurement processes of military grade products

• Demonstrated experience working within proposal teams, generating material estimates for bids and proposals, and providing substantiating evidence as needed is a plus

• Proven ability to direct and manage multiple projects with effective prioritization

• Strong team player with excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills

• Superior verbal and written communication abilities, along with strong organizational, negotiation, and management skills

• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency to quicky learn ERP systems and MS Office applications, particularly Excel

• Capability in reading and interpreting specifications, statements of work, and technical drawings

• Basic and theoretical knowledge of FARS, DFARS, and ITAR regulations as they pertain to purchasing requirements

• Willingness to learn company policies and processes

• Willingness to learn small business government requirements

• A strong commitment to learn continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean Six Sigma tools

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California [$55,500 MIN - $102,000 MAX]. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and 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.