KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
- Lead bid and proposal activities including negotiating scope of work, Terms and Conditions, cost and schedule for best value award
- Develop and present (Procurement Strategy Review Board) / (Procurement Approval Review Board) and associated awards of subcontract or purchase order
- Support execution of the work including risk mitigation, issue resolution, payment plan management, delivery performance, review and approval of deliverables, cost to budget, and change management
- Track commodity trends, understand the market and industry, and research/explore new technology and/or capabilities
- Responsible for supplier development with respect to issue resolution, supplier relationship management, and the Intensive Management Process
- Forecast material sales and manage supplier activity to achieve the forecast
- Participate in design IPTs for new variant releases or new program launches
- Provide mentorship and coaching to other Buyers and team members
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- University degree or college diploma in business or supply chain related discipline
- Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience
- Proficient in MS Office applications
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
- Creative and innovative thinker
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong negotiating skills and the ability to influence others
- Ability to travel (10% Cdn) and (10% US/Int'l) and possess / able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous Supply Chain Management experience
- Technical aptitude
- Financial aptitude
Physical Conditions and Hazards:
- Physical Environment: Office
- Hazards: NA
Physical Demands Description:
Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.
Equipment Utilized:
- Computer
- Phone
- Mobile device
Medical Surveillance:
May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task
Personal Protective Equipment:
Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)
The Procurement Specialist opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $67,200 to $84,000 per year. Once in the role, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through the full salary range based on performance. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include additional components of our total compensation package, such as our incentive award program and other rewards like health benefits, employee profit-sharing, retirement savings, and more. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss all details of our total rewards offering with you.