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Sr. Associate, Procurement

Rochester, New York
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Tactical Procurement Buyer position primarily responsible for the execution buying supporting the MCC division.

  • Issue RFQs, evaluate bids, select suppliers, and place PO’s.  Negotiate price, delivery and service.
  • Responsible for low/high dollar procurements and tactical maintenance of all procurement systems
    • Use Oracle EBS/ASCP daily to analyze planning needs, update orders, create new PO’s and add line items
  • Respond to mfg. operations schedule changes - expedite Purchase Orders to meet operation ‘need dates’ by working with the suppliers to support unexpected demands.  Cancel and Deexpedite PO’s to best manage inventory levels and impact cash flow position.
  • Support Blanket Purchase Order awards (contracts) & inventory programs
  • Maintain / Set standard cost
  • Manage day to day supplier relationship management
  • Facilitate and lead weekly flawless execution conference calls with suppliers
  • Disposition RDNs (Rejection and Disposition Notification) in a timely manner
  • Manage engineering (revision) change notifications
  • Negotiates with suppliers regarding rejections, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes. 
  • Participant on a Supply Chain Commodity Team – teams that evaluate and rate our suppliers, relative to production capability, performance and delivery.
  • Ensure supplier compliance via an internet supplier portal (eXpo PO tracking)
  • Monitor critical shortages daily and negotiate the premium requests from suppliers with Planning
  • Assist with account payable invoice reconciliation
  • Responsible for item part data attribute accuracy - LT updates, min/mult updates and sending data steward requests

Required Qualifications:

  • Requires practical knowledge of job area. Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Excels in a team environment - developing relationships and sharing knowledge
  • Experience engaging with suppliers and analyzing suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules
  • MRP Experience, Agile configuration
  • Cost analysis and negotiation experience

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $55,000 - $102,000. 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. L3Harris 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.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris 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. L3Harris 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 be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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