Aerospace Procurement Specialist — Hybrid, Data-Driven

RTX; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a leader in aerospace and defense, is seeking an Engineering Procurement Specialist to drive procurement for engineering labs, testing, and program support. You will coordinate with supply chain, quality, operations, engineering and programs to align materials and suppliers with schedules.

This hybrid role in Cedar Rapids, IA requires a university degree and experience with SAP/Ariba, plus the ability to work across multiple sites in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree.
• Experience utilizing SAP or similar ERP systems in a supply chain or procurement environment
• Experience utilizing Ariba or similar systems in a supply chain or procurement environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage detailed work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• Experience coordinating supply chain activities across multiple sites or organizations

Responsibilities

• Procure parts, tools, fixtures, and equipment for engineering labs
• Support engineering proof-of-concept and proof-of-function prototypes
• Evaluates engineering procurement needs and uses available tools to determine the most effective procurement strategy ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures
• Acts as the primary liaison for the material and supply organization, partnering with program, operations, engineering, and planning teams to guide and align supply chain processes
• Reviews and manages a variety of materials, supplies, and services in support of program requirements
• Evaluates needs and recommends suppliers aligned to program objectives, ensuring execution through order completion
• Provides supply chain support across multiple sites for Avionics ensuring consistent execution of procurement processes
• Partners with procurement teams prioritizing available material, supplier constraints, and high-risk issues impacting program schedule
• Analyzes complex supply chain challenges, applying sound judgment to develop solutions aligned with established policies and organizational objectives
• Demonstrates the ability to independently establish priorities and manage activities to meet program timelines and deliverables
• Serves as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with senior personnel on cross-functional supply chain initiatives
• Utilizes SAP and Ariba systems and standard supply chain processes to manage procurement execution and drive material outcomes across assigned commodities and programs

Skills

SAP / ERP systems

Ariba systems

Communication skills

Cross-site coordination

Education

University degree

Tools

SAP ERP

Ariba

Job description

Collins Aerospace, a leader in aerospace and defense, is seeking an Engineering Procurement Specialist to drive procurement for engineering labs, testing, and program support. You will coordinate with supply chain, quality, operations, engineering and programs to align materials and suppliers with schedules.

This hybrid role in Cedar Rapids, IA requires a university degree and experience with SAP/Ariba, plus the ability to work across multiple sites in a fast-paced environment.