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Pratt & Whitney · 2 days ago

Sr. Assoc., Procurement (Onsite)

East Hartford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$66K/yr - $130K/yr

2+ years exp

Pratt & Whitney is working to transform the future of flight and is seeking an energetic self-starter to join its Military Engines Support Equipment Procurement Team as a Buyer. The Buyer will execute procurement processes, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with procurement regulations while working in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

Executes processes, standards, and operational plans in support of Procurement goals, including RFPs, negotiations, cost accountability, and / or program execution

Manage Statement of Work (SOW) agreements, Standard and Service Purchase Orders as well as negotiate pricing, contractual terms, and lead time. Also control costs and perform price analysis

Manage vendor relationships and performance and maintain accuracy of purchasing documents and data. Also, build and maintain strong relationships with our suppliers and a focus on supplier development

Troubleshoot issues within SAP with key stakeholders (Fleet Management/Customer Accounts/Buyers/Delivery Assurance/Quality). Also, utilize data to strategically award Purchase Orders

Consistently and effectively communicate requirements and changes to Suppliers, Customers and cross functional teams as well as lead and support Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE) activities such as standard work

Work closely with internal organizations such as Quality, SE Fleet Management, Delivery Assurance, Contracts, and Program as well as ensure compliance with applicable Procurement Manual Regulations, Requirements, and P&W policies. Maintain accuracy of purchasing documents and data and also control costs and perform price analysis

Manage vendor relationships and performance as well as manage and support delivery schedule to customers. Ensure compliance with applicable Procurement Manual Regulations, Requirements, and P&W policies as well as support process improvements

Qualification

SAP ProficiencyProcurement ExperienceMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical ThinkingFARS/DFARSCommunication SkillsAdaptTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience

Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PPT, Word)

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Preferred

SAP Proficiency

Ability to work independently and in a team setting

Analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of FARS/DFARS

Ability to adapt and manage changing rapidly changing requirements and problem solve

Prior procurement experience

Benefits

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

Holidays

Company

Pratt & Whitney

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Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a global leader in propulsion systems, powering the most advanced aircraft in the world, and we are shaping the future of aviation.

Founded in 1925

East Hartford, CT, US

10001+ employees