Obsolescence Procurement Lead — Hybrid

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is hiring a Procurement professional to lead obsolescence risk management across the supply base in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role drives proactive procurement strategies to ensure continuity of supply for production and aftermarket needs.

You will partner with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Procurement, and suppliers to identify at‑risk components early, develop mitigation plans, and execute sourcing strategies, including last‑time buys and alternate

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience in procurement and supply chain management is highly valued.
• SAP experience is preferred for system integrations and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end obsolescence procurement activities, including risk identification, mitigation planning, sourcing, negotiations, and purchase order execution.
• Monitor supplier notifications, component lifecycle data, and market trends to identify obsolescence risks.
• Lead mitigation strategies such as last-time buy evaluation, alternate part qualification, resourcing, or redesign coordination.
• Collaborate with Engineering to validate replacement part options and coordinate obsolescence-driven changes.
• Maintain an obsolescence tracking system documenting risks, actions, timelines, and financial impacts.
• Coordinate last-time buy orders ensuring proper planning for program life and aftermarket requirements.

Skills

Procurement experience

Obsolescence management

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree in related field

Supply Chain degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is hiring a Procurement professional to lead obsolescence risk management across the supply base in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role drives proactive procurement strategies to ensure continuity of supply for production and aftermarket needs.

You will partner with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Procurement, and suppliers to identify at‑risk components early, develop mitigation plans, and execute sourcing strategies, including last‑time buys and alternate