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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive procurement expertise with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership and project management within the defense sector. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, develop procurement strategies, and communicate effectively to align stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Procurement Strategy DevelopmentTotal Cost Of Ownership (TCO)Project ManagementDefense Sector ExperienceInterpersonal Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Procurement ManagementRisk ManagementContract ManagementFinancial AnalysisProject Scope DefinitionAcquisition StructuringCompetitive SourcingTeam CoordinationProcurement TransformationBid Management
Soft Skills
Strong Listening SkillsOrganizational SkillsProactive CommunicationAlignment BuildingAutonomy
Certifications & Qualifications
Engineering DegreeMaster’s Degree In Procurement
Industry Keywords
Industrial SectorDefense SectorProcurement ActivitiesProject TeamsSecurity Clearance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the procurement activities for a portfolio of bids, projects, and products
- Develop and promote the competitiveness of the externally and internally sourced components
- Join the project team from the architecture and solution-design phases
- Define, manage, and secure the procurement scope of bids and projects
- Identify financial, contractual, technical, human, and organizational considerations
- Structure the acquisition project with an appropriate procurement strategy
- Identify procurement levers
- Drive Procurement’s commitment to TCO (Total Cost of Ownership)
- Manage risks and opportunities
- Lead and coordinate procurement activities with operational teams, Category Managers, and Commodity Buyers
- Contribute to the site and Procurement transformation plan
Requirements
What you’ll need- Engineering degree and/or a Master’s degree in Procurement or equivalent
- At least 10 years of substantial procurement experience in an industrial sector
- At least 10 years of substantial project management experience
- At least 10 years of substantial experience working in teams requiring strong listening skills and interpersonal abilities
- At least 10 years of substantial experience in the defense sector
- Rigorous and well organized
- Ability to communicate a clear vision for projects
- Autonomous, proactive, and able to make recommendations
- Strong ability to bring people together and build alignment
- The successful candidate may be required to undergo a security clearance process if the position involves access to information classified as a national defense secret
Benefits
Comp & perks- An attractive compensation package
- Continuous skills development through training programs, academies, and internal communities
- An inclusive, supportive environment that respects employees’ work-life balance
- A recognized commitment to social and environmental responsibility