Principal Specialist, Procurement (Remote)

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About the position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon Technologies is seeking a strong candidate to join the Advanced Products & Solutions acquisition team as a Principal Specialist of Procurement in our CCA & PWB group. This position will manage medium and high complexity Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA), and Printed Wire Boards (PWB) procurements. This procurement professional will be the focal point for interface and communications between Raytheon Programs and suppliers. This role can be filled in a variety of Raytheon hub locations and is remote work-from-home.

Responsibilities

  • Leading Supplier interaction and collaboration with the Raytheon Program Teams to manage a variety of procurements including but not limited to build-to-print, performance specifications, Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs), for medium/high complexity CCA & PWB commodities.
  • Selecting qualified suppliers and seeking alternate suppliers (when applicable)
  • Developing and managing RFI and RFQs
  • Preparing POs and PO documentation in accordance with company directives and Raytheon work instructions.
  • Post-award management of POs in accordance with company directives and Raytheon work instructions
  • Managing Suppliers to meet Program requirements with the desired quality and delivery.
  • Preparing and executing various types of agreements, such as: PIAs, Long Term Agreements, Bailment, etc.
  • Minimal travel

Requirements

  • Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience are required
  • U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in Government procurement
  • SAP experience
  • Ability to analyze Cost and Pricing data and determine proposal compliance (FAR 15.4)
  • Demonstrated knowledge / compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
  • Ability to understand technical requirements for procured hardware and services including Statement of Work (SOW) review
  • Ability to multi-task and perform effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal internal customers.

Benefits

  • Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.
  • 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.
  • Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
  • 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.
  • Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
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