Specialist Procurement

L3Harris MAS, a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies, Inc., is an agile and innovative aerospace and defense technology company. Our 1000 employees provide complete military and commercial aviation modernization and upgrade solutions structural and avionics upgrades, aircraft component repair and overhaul, integrated logistics support, stripping and painting, field service support and technical publications, plus a full range of technical support services.

Our specialized aviation facilities include component repair, overhaul and machining, aircraft hangars and other upgrade facilities, structural design and analysis, full-scale fatigue testing and aircraft fatigue management, as well as other engineering services - from mechanical engineering and avionics to electronics and systems engineering.

Our customers perform on the world’s most challenging front lines. They trust us to keep them prepared for what’s next. We combine speed, innovation and flawless execution to ensure confidence and security in the world ahead.

**About your next** Challenge** as a Specialist Procurement**:
Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Specialist is part of the procurement team mandated to plan and implement activities related to the procurement of goods and services. The Specialist Procurement is an experienced professional with proficient knowledge of job area and practical knowledge of project management. May manage projects or processes with general supervision.

**What You Will Do**:

- Follow up on all contracts/purchase orders through completion of order;
- Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines the lowest cost taking into account quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules;
- Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, and maintains necessary records;
- Prepare request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages;
- Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes;
- Follows applicable anti-corruption ethics, laws, trade compliance and regulations.
- Communicates with contacts inside and outside of own department to explain and interpret operational processes, practices, and procedures;
- Recommends enhancements to systems and processes;
- Works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects with moderate impact on departmental results.

**Required Skills and Experiences**:

- Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant procurement experience;
- Proficient knowledge in procurement required;
- Practical knowledge of project management an asset;
- Teamwork, Initiative, Adaptability and customer service skills;
- Experience with In-Service Support of aircrafts an asset;
- Experience with MRP software, SAP or RAMCO an asset;
- Very good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite;
- Excellent communication skills in English and French (oral and written).

**Eligibility Criteria**:

- Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada **“Reliability”** status and **Level 2 (Secret)** security clearance;
- For on-site positions, our location not accessible by public transport, car/carpooling required

**Our culture**:
L3Harris MAS cultivates an inclusive and stimulating work environment that empowers employees and promotes work-life balance. Our values (integrity, respect, excellence), community dedication and commitment to excel in everything we do are the foundation of our culture.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are 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, provincial or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

**About L3Harris**:
Everything we do here has a direct impact on the protection and security of human lives.
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- We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted._