Associate Director - Travel Commodity Leader, RTX Non-Product Strategic Sourcing (Remote)

RTX; Connecticut; Remote; USD 147,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is looking for an Associate Director - Travel Commodity Leader to manage global travel sourcing. This remote role involves contract negotiation, supplier performance management, and collaboration across departments to optimize travel policies. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in procurement and strong analytical skills, contributing to process improvements and innovations in travel services.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible schedules

Incentive programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years relevant experience with Bachelor's or 10 years with Advanced Degree.
• Experience in large-scale travel contract negotiations and leading RFPs.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to influence without authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities and RFP execution for travel services.
• Negotiate contracts ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution skills

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Procurement

Job description

Associate Director - Travel Commodity Leader, RTX Non-Product Strategic Sourcing (Remote)

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Location: UTCT1: Corp - CT - Remote, Remote City, CT, 06101 USA

Date Posted: 2025-06-11

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Remote

U.S. Citizenship: Required, as access to certain systems is restricted to U.S. citizens.

Security Clearance: None/Not Required

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company providing advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. It includes Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon, with 185,000 employees. Headquartered in Arlington, VA, RTX operates at the forefront of science and technology, including quantum physics, electric propulsion, hypersonics, and cybersecurity.

The role is part of our RTX Corporate team. We seek a strategic and results-oriented Travel Commodity Leader to oversee global travel sourcing and supplier management. Responsibilities include RFP execution, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, and conflict resolution across air travel, hotels, car rentals, and TMCs. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, industry knowledge, and technical skills to drive data-informed decisions and process improvements.

What You Will Do:

• Lead sourcing activities, including RFP development and execution for global travel services.
• Negotiate and manage contracts ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance with KPIs, SLAs, and benchmarking tools.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and Operations to align travel policies with procurement strategies.
• Manage billing disputes, contract issues, and service concerns.
• Utilize digital tools to analyze spend and performance data for insights.
• Stay informed on industry trends, innovations, and emerging technologies.
• Promote sustainability by partnering with environmentally responsible travel suppliers.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time is required.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field, with at least 12 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Success leading RFPs and negotiating large-scale travel contracts, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Ability to lead teams in a matrixed organization, influencing without direct authority.
• Strong analytical skills for complex data insights.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Work Location:

This is a remote role. The salary range is $147,000 - $295,000, based on experience and other factors. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k), flexible schedules, and more. Incentive programs may also be available.

This is a U.S.-based role. Application window closes approximately 40 days from posting, subject to extension or shortening based on business needs.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing