Supplier Management Specialist Security Clearance

Position: Supplier Management Specialist with Security Clearance
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Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3

Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3

Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title:

Supplier Management Specialist Job Code: 30684

Job Location:

Rochester, NY

Job Schedule:

9/80:
Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

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Harris has an availability for a Supplier Management Specialist to join the team in Rochester, NY. We are looking for a Supply Chain Professional with project and time management skills, ability to work with and influence cross functional teams, analyze supplier performance, identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies;
This role will support industrial capability and capacity assessments, participate in supplier Kaizen events to influence change, and participate in supplier business reviews and manage supplier relationships ensuring continuity of supply and quality of product.

Essential Functions:

* Ability to travel up to 50%

* Assist in development and implementation of supplier sourcing strategies through supplier assessments and rationalization

* Identifying key areas of expertise needed for a specific project and sourcing

* Manage supplier relationships and provide inputs into business reviews

* Manage, analyze, take appropriate actions and create risk mitigation strategies from Supplier performance
* Participate in on-site supplier performance improvements / Kaizen events and industrial capability and capacity assessments

* Support the Business Unit on supply shortages with appropriate escalation
* Partner with team members on negotiations (for best total cost of ownership, make vs. buy analyses, inventory reduction programs, security of supply, data analysis) and develop negotiation strategy (approach, fallback positions, acceptable terms and conditions, contracts) through to closure.

* Establish a strong network and foster collaboration with sector/segment teams, suppliers, key stakeholders, and category team members.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree with 4 years prior experience, 2 year post-secondary/AA Degree and 8 years prior experience or Graduate Degree with 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. Preferred Additional Skills:
* Prior Purchasing, Category Management or Project Management experience
* Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Project and Power Point

* Experience with Kaizen events, industrial capability and capacity assessments

* Technical Background

* Supplier or Customer interactions (internal or external)

* Excels in a team environment - developing relationships and sharing knowledge In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $62,000 - $115,000. 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.

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Harris 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. L3

Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3

Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only…