Principal Specialist, Subcontracts Procurement

Location: US-TX-REMOTE

 Position Role Type: Remote

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon Operations and Supply Chain (OSC) is seeking a strong candidate to join our energetic, and collaborative environment in support of the Advanced Technology procurement team. The selected individual will be responsible for leading procurement efforts in support of multiple programs within the Product Support business area. In this role, you will foster relationships with suppliers, administer subcontracts in a fashion consistent with integrated supply chain models, recognizing the role and value of each participant through the acquisition life cycle from requirements generation through product delivery, product support, and payment for products and services.  You will engage in supplier performance, relationship management, and strategic sourcing as well as facilitate complex business agreements in support of the various contracts.  The procurement professional will operate as the focal point interface to handle communication between Raytheon Programs and suppliers.

Preparation and issuance of Request for Quotations/Proposals Perform price and cost analysis and lead formal negotiations, price, delivery, scope, terms & conditions. Place subcontracts/purchase orders and associated change orders Prepare POs and PO documentation in accordance with company directives, prime contract flow downs and company work instructions. Post-award management of POs to be handled in accordance with company directives and work instructions Issue and conflict resolution of medium/high complexity in accordance with all regulatory (FAR/DFAR) and corporate compliance requirements for various subcontract types (Cost Types, Firm Fixed price, Time & Materials) Work closely with the Program and other functional groups (Operations, Quality, Engineering, etc.) to achieve objectives Nurture professional business relationships with first tier subcontractors Provide comprehensive Supply Chain support for gate reviews. Ability to travel as required Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience. Experience with DoD procurement/subcontract compliance with Public Laws, Policies, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR), and ITAR and import/export requirements Experience with proposals and understanding of all phases of sourcing, procurement execution to include price negotiation reductions and terms and conditions, completion of compliance EPAD Packages Qualifications We Prefer Experience in leading formal negotiations (price, schedule, and supplier exceptions to contractual flow-down requirements, as well as standard Terms and Conditions) Previous experience with integrated supply chain, including strategic procurement Experience with supplier management Experience with reading and understanding drawings, specifications and other engineering documents including complex SOWs, Price Cost Analysis experience Experience with proposals from prospective suppliers and analyze cost/price, technical capability, and financial viability, conduct