Millennium Space Systems
ProcurementAgent
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“Procurement Agent at Millennium Space Systems. Skills: Procurement, Cross-functional coordination, Vendor/stakeholder management, Operational metrics, Resource planning, Continuous improvement, Negotiation skills, Process efficiency, Procurement excellence. Serve as a key leader and collaborative member of the procurement team. Working closely with cross-functional partners”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure source selection and procurements meet program requirements (schedule, cost, and quality); Drive measurable gains in procurement efficiency, cost savings, supplier performance, and on-time delivery; Achieve objectives
Industry & Context.
Identify root causes, develop creative solutions, and implement effective resolutions within the team; Resolve issues
Must be U. S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance., Willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance., This position is located at a facility that requires special access., Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 4 years' of relevant experience in Procurement, Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, Minimum of 7 years' of experience in procurement, with a focus on leadership roles, Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite, Previous aerospace buying experience, Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and relevant procurement regulations, Comfortable briefing all levels of leadership
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree with a supply chain major or equivalent business degree, Experience as an Aerospace Buyer or Subcontracts Administration, APICS/ASCM Certification, Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements, Active Security Clearance SAP/SAR
What You'll Do.
Serve as a key leader and collaborative member of the procurement team
Working closely with cross-functional partners
Leading strategic procurement initiatives
Managing complex supplier negotiations
Supporting process improvement efforts
Contributing to CPSR compliance implementation
Executing purchase orders
Develop and implement procurement strategies
Partner with engineers and other internal stakeholders to ensure source selection and procurements meet program requirements
Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day issues
Support the development and implementation of new changes/goals
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support overall supply chain efficiency
Analyze and understand team performance metrics (KPIs)
identify areas for improvement
and implement tactical solutions
Guide and motivate team members
Develop long-term plans that align with supply chain goals
and make informed decisions
develop creative solutions
and implement effective resolutions within the team
Actively manage the procurement process by placing orders and ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment
Provide oversight of FAR/DFARS compliance and ensure team adherence to internal processes
Maintain audit readiness and support continuous improvement to meet regulatory and quality expectations
Communicate with team members
and other stakeholders
Pivot strategies as needed to respond to evolving disruptions
Adapt to challenges and obstacles to achieve objectives
Create and implement processes and strategies such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
Blanket Purchase Orders
and future forecasting
Play a key role in the process improvement of the MRP system to enhance procurement efficiency
Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external suppliers to facilitate collaboration and performance
Assist understanding reoccurring issues with Shipping & Receiving
and Inventory management as necessary
Host and/or lead technical calls with suppliers and engineers to resolve issues and drive innovation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with cross-functional partners including Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Program Controls, Program Management, Shipping/Receiving/Inventory, Finance, Accounts Payable, and other supply chain areas such as Material Planning and Supplier/Compliance Operations; Partner with engineers and other internal stakeholders; Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Material Planning and Supplier/Compliance Operations, to support overall supply chain efficiency; Communicate with team members, suppliers, and other stakeholders; Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external suppliers to facilitate collaboration and performance; Host and/or lead technical calls with suppliers and engineers
Communication Scope
Comfortable briefing all levels of leadership; Must be able to communicate with team members, suppliers, and other stakeholders
Process & Methodology
Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company goals and objectives, Manage complex supplier negotiations, Support process improvement efforts, Contribute to CPSR compliance implementation, Develop long-term plans that align with supply chain goals, Create and implement processes and strategies such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Blanket Purchase Orders, Long-Term Agreements, and future forecasting, Play a key role in the process improvement of the MRP system
Full Job Description
Procurement Agent - Millennium Space Systems **Company:** Millennium Space Systems Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen. We are seeking a **Procurement Agent** who will serve as a key leader and collaborative member of the procurement team, working closely with cross-functional partners including Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Program Controls, Program Management, Shipping/Receiving/Inventory, Finance, Accounts Payable, and other supply chain areas such as Material Planning and Supplier/Compliance Operations. This role is responsible for leading strategic procurement initiatives, managing complex supplier negotiations, supporting process improvement efforts, contributing to CPSR compliance implementation, and executing purchase orders. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, a proactive mindset, excellent negotiation skills, and a commitment to driving process efficiency and procurement excellence. This is an onsite role in El Segundo, California. This position's internal job is Procurement Agent. Our team is currently hiring for level 4. **_Position Responsibilities:_** * Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company goals and objectives * Partner with engineers and other internal stakeholders to ensure source selection and procurements meet program requirements (schedule, cost, and quality) * Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day issues, questions, and status inquiries * Work with the manager to support the development and implementation
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