Senior Buyer

RTX • Westford, MA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. This position requires the preparation of Purchase Orders and support documentation in accordance with departmental policies and FAR/DFAR/ITAR regulations. Applicants must be well-versed in submitting compliant RFQs to suppliers, performing a price analysis, and monitoring suppliers’ delivery commitments to ensure the programs can remain on schedule. This individual will issue POs across multiple programs in parallel and will be involved in all phases of activity from business development and capture strategy, pre-solicitation, proposal, award, post award, and closeout. This includes negotiation, documentation, placement, and administration of mid-level Purchase Orders. Support major business proposal initiatives by requesting, analyzing, and evaluating supplier proposals/quotations, performing analysis, and negotiating for fair and reasonable price. Participate in continuous improvement events. Assist other procurement team members with day-to-day activities. Build and maintain constructive, professional relationships with Customers and Suppliers. Participate in Program and Supplier reviews. Ideally, this person would have advanced Excel skills allowing them to quickly break down hundreds of requisition lines at once, as this is a high-quantity, fast-paced role. This role will be primarily on-site in Westford, MA.

Requirements

• Typically Requires a BS/BA degree and 2 years of relevant experience or a advance degree.
• Knowledge of government regulations (FAR/DFAR/ITAR).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work closely with internal customers (PM, Engineering, Quality, etc.)
• Support Raytheon’s initiatives and KPI’s such as Supplier OTD, Cost Savings, and Continuous Improvement events
• Adherence to Supply Chain processes, standards, and operational plans in support of procurement goals.
• Proficient in SAP, Excel, Word
• Experienced in SAP
• Able to solve problems and develop risk mitigation plans
• Strong negotiations skills
• Team oriented – must be an active participant
• Able to self-manage
• Strong work ethic, multi-tasking
• Domestic Travel may be required 10%

Responsibilities

• Manage Purchase Orders from supplier selection to RFP/RFQ submission, quote receipt, analyzing quote, negotiating quote , documenting PO, and monitoring supplier issues and delivery.
• Actively monitor open orders, update status, and ensure that Operations and Program personnel are notified of any delivery date changes; escalate to expedite when necessary.
• Seek new sources of supply when necessary. This involves working closely with Supplier Quality and Engineering to complete necessary processes for adding a new, qualified supplier.
• Ability to successfully manage long-term supplier relationships.

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level