Lead Procurement Agent

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space, and Security is seeking a Lead Procurement Agent (Level 5) to join our Proprietary Supply Chain team in Berkeley or Hazelwood, MO to work with key suppliers in support of complex development and procurement efforts. The successful candidate will incorporate sourcing strategies, ensure compliant procurement practices and support process improvement initiatives. We are committed to providing opportunity for growth and development, empowering teammates to bring their best through creativity, innovation, and positive culture built on transparency, safety, quality, and respect.

Above all, employees will be provided the opportunity to seek, speak, and listen within the organization, and they are encouraged to build relationships with our Boeing Supplier partners.

Position Responsibilities:

The candidate must possess strong business acumen, communication and problem solving skills.Proactive engagement with various disciplines and program stakeholders is requiredSupports the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreementsGathers data for supplier performance evaluation and improvement opportunitiesCollaboration with other internal teams to gain process efficiencies and meet the needs of our internal and external customer’s requirementsLeads supplier/subcontractor business relationships, in-service requirements and performance to contractual obligations and expectationsManages and monitors supplier quality, delivery and financial performanceLeads the development of mitigations plans to avoid risk and resolve issues impacting customers and programsDevelops and implements supplier base plans to support customer, program and commodity strategiesAnalyzes supplier and business processes and procedures to identify improvement opportunities and incorporate into contracting strategiesActs as primary point of contact for suppliers, customers and programsTravel expected to be less than 25%

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

More than 10 years of experience in Supply Chain and/or Supply Chain ManagementMore than 10 years of experience in Microsoft OfficeMore than 5 years of experience with supplier contracts and negotiationsExperience in Customer Service

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Bachelor’s Degree or higher preferred.Experience in contracts and proposals.Experience leading supplier terms & conditions and price negotiations.Experience negotiating price and schedule with suppliers and customers.Experience using SAP software.

Additional Information:

This role is Contingent Upon Award

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

Total Rewards:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $117,300 - $144,900

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

The position is contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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