Manager, Supply Chain Management (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, based in Chula Vista, is seeking an experienced procurement and supply chain professional to manage and optimize the A350 ElecTRAS supplier base. The role focuses on cost-saving initiatives, contract oversight, and procurement support to ensure operational excellence and resilience.

The position requires extensive experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and ERP systems like SAP, with a strong collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience in supplier negotiation and contract management.
• Experience in procurement processes, including purchase requisitions and purchase order management.
• Experience with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the supply base for the A350 ElecTRAS product line.
• Lead cost-saving projects for the A350 ElecTRAS and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Manage supplier negotiations and oversee contract management for the ElecTRAS BOM.
• Support procurement activities for the Engineered Items commodity and ensure compliance with policies

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

Procurement processes

Purchase requisitions and PO mgmt

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location:

US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C

Date Posted:

2026-10-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing the supply base for the A350 Electronic Thrust Reverser Actuation System (ElecTRAS), a product line with multiple commodities that frequently faces obsolescence risks. You will lead cost-saving initiatives, manage contracts, and support procurement activities to ensure operational excellence and supply chain resilience.

This position is working onsite at Chula Vista site; Relocation assistance will be provided

What You Will Learn

• Develop and execute strategies to mitigate supply chain risks and optimize supplier performance for the A350 ElecTRAS product line.
• Lead cost-saving projects for the A350 ElecTRAS and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Manage supplier negotiations and oversee contract management for the ElecTRAS Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Support procurement activities for the Engineered Items commodity, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address obsolescence risks and implement solutions.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production schedules.
• Utilize SAP and other enterprise tools to manage procurement and supply chain operations effectively.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on supply chain performance and cost-saving initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience in supplier negotiation and contract management.
• Experience in procurement processes, including purchase requisitions and purchase order management.
• Experience with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in cross-functional communication and collaboration.
• Experience in project management and leading cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with engineered items and electronic components used in aerospace applications.
• Experience working on cost-saving initiatives within a supply chain environment.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Onsite:

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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