Lead Procurement Agent (Buyer)

Job Description
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Boeing Global Services (BGS) Distribution Business is looking for a Lead Procurement Agent (Level 4) for our Hialeah, FL facility.
The Lead Procurement Agent is responsible for the day to day and tasks associated with the Commodity teams. The individual will assist in the facilitation of the flow of information across the business and the company's external supply chain.
Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support the day to day operations of the Commodity team to achieve key results in support of the business: optimizing demand and releasing those aggregated requirements into the supply base. Manage this process on an ongoing basis seeking to reduce manual intervention and duplication where possible
• Ensure day to day priorities are aligned with Commodity Management expectations. Ensure a thorough understanding of
• people and processes
• Manage negotiations with vendors on prices, contracts and conditions, work to establish and maintain Capacity, and Min Max type of agreements
• Ensure the implementation of and adherence to, standard operating procedures to ensure superior levels of performance as well as identifying potential areas of process improvement
• Use a monthly "Dashboard" of KPIs regarding supply base performance. Use this information as the basis for prioritizing Supply Chain performance improvement. Agree on recovery plans where needed.
• Manage replenishment of fast-moving items and contract items
• Resolve supplier discrepancies (quantities, paperwork and other) by closely working with the Operations/QA departments
• Assist in continuously enhancing the skills of team members by coaching, training, and/or mentoring activities
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience)

• 6+ years of related experience or relevant military experience
• 3+ years of negotiation experience
• Experience with basic ERP system functionality such as Systems Applications and Processing (SAP) and/or Procurement to Pay (PTP)
• Experience with interacting directly with suppliers regarding contract requirements and/or proposals
• Proactive engagement with various disciplines and program stakeholders
• Gathers data for supplier performance evaluation and improvement opportunities
• Production and spares pricing and lead-time negotiations.
• Collaboration with other internal teams to gain process efficiencies and meet the needs of our internal and external customers' requirements
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products such as Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Experience in Program or Project Management

Preferred Qualifications/Desired Skills (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree - Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field of study
• Experience working in a distribution business environment
• APICS Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM)
• Experience in Supply Chain Management
• Creating and developing strategy plans
• Developing proposals
• Experience working in Procurement and/or Contract Administration roles
• Experience utilizing interim financing solutions to support suppliers or contractors in managing cash-flow gaps during the project or contract lifestyle
• Leverage supervisory experience to lead teams effectively, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and promoting a collaborative work environment.
• Experience in commodity / product knowledge

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Credit Check: This position will require a credit check
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $91,000 - $130,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 10, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.