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Sr Sourcing Manager

Requisition ID: 15024

Want to work with some of the most talented, dedicated people on the planet? Do you value relationships, commitment, innovation and integrity? Want to be a part of a company that has been named numerous times as America’s Best Employer in Aerospace and Defense by Forbes magazine?

Then Collins Aerospace is the place for you. Join our team and build a rewarding career while helping to deliver the most trusted source of aviation and high-integrity solutions in the world.

We are currently searching for a Sr Sourcing Manager to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA (1000). A comprehensive relocation package is available for qualified candidates. Employing some of the most talented, dedicated people on the planet is not by chance. People from all over the globe choose Collins Aerospace as the place to build a rewarding career, while helping create and deliver communications, integration, and engineering solutions that our global customers demand so that our world keeps moving and stays connected. It’s an exciting time to become a part of our team. Join us and discover how high your career can soar at Collins Aerospace.

Job Summary

The Sourcing Manager/Specialist position is responsible to executes strategic sourcing processes that is consistent with the category strategy. The position is a sourcing process expert and will also assist on setting the category strategy on global sourcing of Direct or Indirect materials and/or services. This position is responsible for efficiently and accurately executing sourcing events, agreements and amendments, developing RFI/RFPs, and proactively identifying and addressing potential opportunities. The position is also required to achieve on-going reductions in total cost of ownership through fact based analysis.

Job Responsibilities

* Full understanding and application of sourcing principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Full understanding of multiple categories

* Leads the completion of sourcing events by developing data into information and producing deliverable sourcing documents (e.g., supplier short list, RFI/RFP, award scenarios, supplier capability assessment, etc.). Responsible for the detailed bid process to identify, assess, and select suppliers in a fair and efficient manner.

* Has complete understanding of contract language and is able to apply it to category sourcing strategies to drive performance and meet business needs. Identifies the right negotiation team with representation from key functional teams (eg contracts team, operations, finance, legal etc). Establishes negotiation options by identifying key leverage points and developing the negotiation strategy.

* Develops solutions to roadblocks and implements solutions to a variety of complex problems. Responsible to secure and finalize agreements to the necessary commercial outcome to meet category strategy. Ensure that the post-negotiation contract process and documentation is complete and that the contract is approved by individuals with the correct authority level

* Solid understanding and application of policies, procedures and government regulations. Has the ability to train others.

* Is critical to the execution of the goals, cost savings targets, and supplier performance for the enterprise

* Builds network of internal relationships within Enterprise Sourcing. Extensive internal cross-functional interaction and external communications with suppliers.

* Insures that stakeholder concerns, objectives and goals are considered and addressed by the team.

* Normally receives minimal instruction on new assignments. Participates in determining objectives of assignment.

* Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting sourcing objectives and goals.

* Demonstrates good judgment in executing sourcing strategies and techniques required to obtain optimal solutions. Addresses sourcing issues where analysis of situations & data requires an evaluation of variable internal and external factors.

* Plans schedules and arranges own activities in support of the Sourcing Master Schedule and Annual Operating Plan.

* Provides category insight to the organization and suppliers.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline, or, in the absence of a degree, six years of related experience.

US Citizenship or Permanent Residence is required.

Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of procurement/manufacturing experience

At Collins Aerospace, we believe a solid work-life balance creates a healthy lifestyle and inspires creativity and innovation. We value our people and invest in their development, growth and success at our company by providing development opportunities through Collins Aerospace University, networking, mentoring, and tuition reimbursement.

And that’s just for starters.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance

* Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

* Company-paid winter holiday shutdown for most locations

* Generous 401(k) plan that matches 62.5 percent of the first 8 percent of eligible compensation you contribute (or 5 percent if you save 8 percent)

* An Incentive Pay Plan based upon company performance

* Tuition reimbursement

* And more

Interested yet? Apply now and embark on your next worthwhile adventure!

Collins Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status.

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