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Indirect Procurement Agent - Supply Chain

Hayes, England; Yeovil, England; Sheffield, England; Bristol, England Job ID 00000440789 Category Supply Chain Management Post Date Dec. 09, 2024
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Role

The ideal Procurement Specialist for an Indirect Supply Chain role will be someone who possesses strong negotiation skills, excellent verbal and written communication and analytical abilities with a solid understanding of procurement practices in Indirect Categories. A proactive individual with a solid business acumen, global mindset who can work cross-functionally, streamline procurement processes and manage supplier relationships while ensuring Cost Savings, Compliance and 100% Integrity. This position can be based out of London, Bristol, Yeovil or Sheffield Boeing sites on a hybrid work schedule.

Skills & Competencies

• Negotiation Skills: Manage the entire RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) process and ability to negotiate contracts effectively, ensuring favorable terms and managing supplier relationships.

• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to assess supplier performance, Market conditions and Indirect Procurement data to make informed decisions.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with Internal Teams and External Suppliers.

• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail and ability to manage Complex Contracts, Documentation and Procurement Processes.

• Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to address issues within the procurement process, supplier issues or delays.

• Technology Proficiency: Experience using procurement software (e.g. SAP Ariba, Oracle) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines efficiently.

Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think beyond immediate procurement needs and align with long-term business goals.

• Collaboration & Teamwork: Able to work in cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with various functions across North America, Europe, Asia (HR, Factory and Productions, Facilities, etc.).

• Strong Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of market dynamics, supplier capabilities, and the cost-effectiveness of various sourcing strategies.

• Supplier Relationship Management: Build strong and collaborative relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and continuous improvement.

• Ethical Sourcing & Sustainability: Understanding of sustainability initiatives in procurement, and the ability to implement ethical sourcing practices.

• Risk Management: Anticipate and mitigate risks in the procurement process, including supply chain disruptions or legal issues.

Responsibilities:

  • Acts as an authorised agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier related activities and the authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements.
  • Thoroughly understand and lead the contracting efforts including legal commercial terms and conditions for products, services, and technologies.
  • Engages stakeholders to ensure that program, customer, product and in-service strategies are integrated into source selection, negotiation and contracting strategies
  • Prepares, executes and enforces negotiated contractual documents and binding agreements.
  • Manages supplier/subcontractor performance and relationships to ensure delivery, quality, financial stability and in-service performance.
  • Mitigates risks and issues. Initiates supplier improvement activities and provides results for integration into contracting strategies.
  • Prepares, develops and executes various business strategies that result in year-over-year cost savings to the organization .
  • Leads or participates in cross functional teams to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
  • Embraces a lean mindset and identifies efficiencies that can be implemented.

This position will be handling commodities like: Security Equipment & Services, Information Technology & Telecoms, Integrated Facilities Management, Construction Services, Tooling and Capital Equipment for the UK and the European countries.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s /master’s degree in engineering along with Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred).

• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, particularly in indirect procurement as a specialist or a sourcing, contract management position.

• Experience of working with global Multinational Organization to manage regional procurement environment, with exposure to various indirect categories.

• Certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), LEAN or Six Sigma would be advantageous.

Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IMMEDIATELY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.


Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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