Job Details

Job Title: Professional - Procurement Agent

Location: Wichita, KS

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

• A Sourcing professional with experience in supply chain principles to include contracts writing and negotiations, customer and supplier relationship building. Experience in Information Technology contracting and Engineering software and licensing a plus.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides great customer experiences by working with Textron and Business Unit customers for specific commodity requirements that may include Business services, Product, Information Technology, Human Resources, and / or Contingent Labor.
• Contracts Textron and Business Unit related indirect purchases and services at the direction and oversight of the relevant ICoE Commodity Manager. Coordinates with ICoE customer on leverage strategy to determine best value between existing Textron Enterprise vs. a business unit specific contract.
• Works with Textron and Business Unit customers on procurement of sourcing projects to develop sourcing strategy, facilitate the RFx process, when applicable, execute necessary contract agreements (i.e. MPSA, SOW, SLA, etc.) to ensure accurate documentation of the agreement.
• Drafts, negotiates and obtains management approval to secure price, delivery schedule, terms & conditions, etc. or Pricing Agreements (PAs), some Master Purchasing Agreements (MPAs), Master Professional Services Agreements (MPSA), and other commodity specific contracts.
• Maintains, supports and leads timely contract negotiations, control of amendments, SOW changes, extensions, tactical purchase order assistance, and other required documentation to assure orderly administration and retention of records.
• Complies with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures, import/export regulations, and employs sound business practice.
• Possesses financial analytical skills necessary to review contractual agreements, perform cost comparisons, utilize pre-existing pricing formulas.
• Identify and deliver ICoE/Textron cost savings initiatives as planned and forecasted.
• Possesses contract interpretation skills necessary to read and interpret supplier agreements
• All other strategic and tactical duties required to execute and administer timely sourcing activities.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field.

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience required

• In lieu of degree, minimum 6 years' experience in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing or another related field.

QUALIFICATONS:

• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Careful attention to detail

• Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment

• Proficient to advanced working knowledge in Microsoft Office suite

• Ability to influence without authority and exhibits managerial courage

• Ability to leverage business acumen

• Exposure to supply chain processes, sourcing, and vendor contract management preferred

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.