Principal Specialist, Global Strategic Sourcing (Remote)

Prattwhitney; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Four weeks of PTO

Generous 401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness and family benefits

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Specialist, Global Strategic Sourcing to lead commodity strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings across direct materials for Collins Machining initiatives. This remote U.S. opening supports cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Program Management, and Operational Procurement.

The role requires a university degree with 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, U.S. citizenship, and a track record of negotiating favorable terms.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, procurement, commodity management, or a related field.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity and supplier development strategies for direct materials and products, aligning with Business Unit objectives and broader Collins Machining commodity strategies.
• Lead RFQs, conduct bid analyses, provide sourcing recommendations, and execute quoting strategies.
• Develop and execute supplier contract strategies, including negotiations involving pricing, commercial terms, and legal terms and conditions.
• Select, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers to achieve quality, delivery, cost, and performance objectives.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly cost analyses at the part, project, and supplier levels to identify savings opportunities, evaluate cost trends, and recommend improvements to product cost structures.
• Lead sourcing activities and business case development for buy-to-buy, buy-to-make, and make-to-buy initiatives in accordance with the Work Transfer process.
• Partner with Operational Procurement, Engineering, and Program Management to support new program introductions and successful transfers of production requirements to suppliers.
• Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and support the development and expansion of suppliers across assigned commodities.
• Lead special projects involving suppliers and cross-functional teams while maintaining timely reporting, analysis, and material requirements planning (MRP) updates for assigned suppliers and projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, recommend changes, and support the implementation of initiatives that improve sourcing effectiveness and overall business performance.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supply chain management

Procurement

Commodity management

Communication & negotiation

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-30 Country: United States of America Location: US-NY-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. 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. We are seeking a Principal Specialist, Global Strategic Sourcing to develop and execute strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives that support business objectives, improve product cost structures, and strengthen supplier performance. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Operational Procurement, Program Management, and Supply Chain, to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate supplier agreements, and support new program introductions and production transfers. Your mission is to drive strategic sourcing initiatives, identify cost-saving opportunities, manage supplier relationships, and ensure sourcing decisions align with quality, delivery, cost, and business performance objectives. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace through strategic sourcing and supply chain excellence! This remote opening is open to candidates across the US. This role may transition to a hybrid work arrangement if you live near an RTX/Collins Aerospace site.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and execute commodity and supplier development strategies for direct materials and products, aligning with Business Unit objectives and broader Collins Machining commodity strategies.
• Lead requests for quotation (RFQs), conduct comprehensive bid analyses, provide sourcing recommendations, and execute quoting strategies.
• Develop and execute supplier contract strategies, including negotiations involving pricing, commercial terms, and legal terms and conditions.
• Select, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers to achieve quality, delivery, cost, and performance objectives.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly cost analyses at the part, project, and supplier levels to identify savings opportunities, evaluate cost trends, and recommend improvements to product cost structures.
• Lead sourcing activities and business case development for buy-to-buy, buy-to-make, and make-to-buy initiatives in accordance with the Work Transfer process.
• Partner with Operational Procurement, Engineering, and Program Management to support new program introductions and successful transfers of production requirements to suppliers.
• Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and support the development and expansion of suppliers across assigned commodities.
• Lead special projects involving suppliers and cross-functional teams while maintaining timely reporting, analysis, and material requirements planning (MRP) updates for assigned suppliers and projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, recommend changes, and support the implementation of initiatives that improve sourcing effectiveness and overall business performance.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, procurement, commodity management, or a related field.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience using SAP or other ERP and procurement management systems.
• Experience in the aerospace, defense, or space industry, particularly within a manufacturing environment.
• Communication and presentation skills, including the ability to negotiate with suppliers and present recommendations to senior leadership.
• Project management, leadership, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to independently manage projects, overcome obstacles, and drive successful execution.
• Ability to interpret two-dimensional (2D) engineering drawings and apply technical or manufacturing knowledge to sourcing decisions.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Four weeks of PTO 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 illness insurance, 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!
• 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.
• 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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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 Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.