Principal Specialist, Procurement (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-10-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

We are currently hiring a Principal Specialist, Procurement for the Avionics Procurement team (Electrical/HMI) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 

Collins Aerospace is actively seeking a seasoned procurement professional to spearhead our dynamic procurement processes, standards, and operational strategies. This pivotal role involves leading the charge in crafting RFPs, mastering negotiation tactics, and conducting cost analyses. You'll be at the forefront, swiftly addressing production inquiries regarding order status, changes, or issues to guarantee unparalleled customer satisfaction. Taking charge of electronic commodities, you'll wield influence over schedules and purchase orders, ensuring flawless execution from procurement to delivery. Your mission: to deliver products on time, surpass quality expectations, and optimize costs, all while championing delivery assurance initiatives that uphold our commitment to excellence. 

Join us in driving innovation and excellence in aerospace procurement! 

What You Will Do:

• Carries out Procurement processes, standards, and operational plans, including RFPs, negotiation preparations, and cost analysis. 
• Responds to client inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations to ensure customer satisfaction. 
• Carries out activities associated with purchasing goods, materials, supplies, and services to ensure terms are in the organization’s best interest. 
• Engage with functions outside of supply chain (Finance, Engineering, Operations, programs etc.) to ensure a timely resolution of medium to complex supply chain issues. 
• Be proactive to mitigate and minimize supply chain risks, to prevent critical line stops. 
• Prepares purchase orders, approves payments, and negotiates prices to ensure the procurement process goes smoothly, under general guidance. 
• Compiles price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to provide input on reasonable prices. 
• Prepares request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages to take on new accounts. 
• Monitors contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. 
• Contacts suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries to ensure resolution of problems such as shortages and missed or late deliveries. 
• Responsible for all aspects of the supplier relationships within a commodity. 
• Ensures product is delivered on time, meets quality standards, and at the right cost. 
• May perform delivery assurance responsibilities. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Prior SAP and/or Procurement experience is preferred. 
• Looking for a motivated team player 
• Knowledge of the industry and market conditions 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills 
• Ability to develop long-lasting relationships 
• Excellent problem-solving skills 
• Experience with Supply Chain processes 
• Experience with ERP Systems 
• Work independently, remain calm under pressure 

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

•Medical, dental, and vision insurance  •Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  •Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  •Tuition reimbursement program •Student Loan Repayment Program  •Life insurance and disability coverage  •Optional coverages you can buy pet ins