Defense Procurement Project Management Specialist (2 openings)

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies. Why join us? At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise. Bombardier’s Benefits Program With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following: Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more) Competitive base salary Retirement savings plan Employee Assistance Program Tele Health Program Position Overview The Defense Procurement Project Management Specialist (Supply Chain Specialist) serves as the primary interface between Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Contracts, and the Supply Chain organization, ensuring procurement activities are fully integrated into the defense program baseline. They would be expected to lead all procurement activities for assigned programs from capture and proposal through needs analysis, supplier contract negotiations, post-signing contract execution, delivery, and aftermarket support. The Defense Procurement Project Management Specialist is the main interface to the suppliers required for the execution of Bombardier’s Defense programs and works closely with the Capture and Offsets team to identify and develop new supplier relationships in support of organizational goals and strategies. The role owns supplier execution, procurement risks and opportunities, long lead item management, and material readiness to support successful program delivery. What are your contributions to the team? Procurement Strategy and Commercial/Contracts Negotiations Leadership Translate Defense program needs into procurement requirements and needs in cross-functional teams (Sales, Engineering, Legal and others). Support Capture & Proposal teams with supplier quotations, cost estimates, and lead time assessments. This includes leading the issuance of RFPs/RFQs, putting in place NDAs, and working closely with program management and engineering to ensure the program schedule and technical scope is covered accordingly. Track procurement performance against approved budgets. Proactively develop new sources of supply and establish procurement strategy for assigned projects. Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, both face-to-face and contract revision and more. Lead and participate in the development of the commodity by managing projects that would include the preparation of business cases. Create and maintain formal networks internally and externally. Ensure procurement activities align with our business requirements (program milestones, certification events, and aircraft delivery schedules). Develop and coach team members on procurement initiatives and processes. Program Procurement Execution Lead and support new supplier development as required for new Defense programs. Monitor supplier performance against delivery, cost, quality, and technical commitments with our internal partners (Engineering, Programs, Quality and more). Lead procurement-related supplier risk identification and mitigation activities. Support development of recovery plans when procurement delays threaten program milestones. Manage escalations. Identify procurement-related supplier critical paths and potential schedule risks in support of Programs. Actively participate in supplier program reviews led …

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