Senior Associate, Procurement

L3Harris Technologies

. Support procurement of materials, equipment, and services according to program requirements and company procedures .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesSenior💰 $55,000 - $117,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, including purchase order management, supplier communication, and compliance with internal controls. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems for procurement activities and maintaining accurate records for audit readiness.

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Procurement ExperiencePurchase Order ProcessingSupplier CommunicationERP Systems ProficiencyCross-Functional Team Collaboration

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Hard Skills

ProcurementPurchasingSupply Chain ManagementSourcingPrice ComparisonQuotation ReviewCommercial EvaluationAudit ReadinessFile MaintenanceTransactional Buying

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailSound Judgment

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems

Industry Keywords

DefenseAerospaceManufacturingRegulated Industries

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support procurement of materials, equipment, and services according to program requirements and company procedures
Review purchase requisitions for completeness, accuracy, funding, approvals, and process adherence
Prepare and issue requests for quote, bid packages, and routine solicitation documents
Obtain supplier quotations and evaluate pricing, delivery, lead time, and commercial considerations
Process and administer purchase orders, including acknowledgements, status updates, changes, cancellations, and closeout
Coordinate with suppliers regarding purchase order requirements, delivery schedules, documentation, and follow-up
Monitor open purchase orders and supplier commitments
Support resolution of routine issues involving delivery, quality, pricing, quantity, receiving, invoicing, and documentation
Maintain procurement files, records, and system data for accuracy and audit readiness
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, internal controls, and customer requirements
Interface with planning, operations, engineering, quality, finance, and supply chain stakeholders
Assist with procurement status and order activity tracking and reporting
Support supplier documentation, setup, and onboarding activities
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Escalate non-routine issues, exceptions, and risks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related procurement experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 0 to 2 years of prior related procurement experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of prior related procurement experience
Experience in defense, aerospace, manufacturing, or other regulated industries preferred
Familiarity with procurement documentation, purchase order terms and conditions, and supplier communication processes
Experience supporting direct material, indirect procurement, or services procurement activities
Familiarity with supplier delivery tracking, order follow-up, and issue resolution
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Basic understanding of price comparison, quotation review, and commercial evaluation practices
Experience supporting audit readiness, file maintenance, or internal control requirements
Working knowledge of procurement, purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, or related business operations
Experience supporting purchase order processing, procurement administration, or transactional buying activities
Experience with supplier quotations, purchasing documentation, and procurement records
Experience using ERP systems or similar business tools
Ability to apply established procedures, practices, and policies
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with accuracy and timeliness
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to identify and resolve routine issues using sound judgment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Travel up to 10% required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays