Procurement Specialist at General Dynamics Land Systems — NeverHard
Procurement Specialist at General Dynamics Land Systems in London, Middlesex. Skills: Communication, Decision Making, Influencing, MS-Office, Negotiating. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
General Dynamics Land Systems
Location
London, Middlesex
Type
full_time
Remote: Yes
Required skills:
Communication
Decision Making
Influencing
MS-Office
Negotiating
Negotiation
Problem Solving
Risk mitigation
issue resolution
supplier development
Job DescriptionJob Description
Description
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)