Principal Specialist, Procurement

Collins Aerospace; Medley (FL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Principal Specialist - Buyer to manage the full lifecycle of purchase orders, from supplier selection through delivery. The role emphasizes close collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Quality to optimize supplier performance.

The ideal candidate holds a university degree with several years in buying, articulates strong negotiation skills, and is comfortable navigating SAP, Excel, and Word to manage large data sets and requisition lines.

Qualifications

• University degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Two years of prior Buying Experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from supplier selection to RFP/RFQ submission, quote receipt, analysis, negotiation, PO documentation, and monitor supplier issues and delivery.
• Actively monitor open orders, update status, and notify Operations and Program personnel of delivery date changes; escalate to expedite when necessary.
• Seek new sources of supply by collaborating with Supplier Quality and Engineering to add new qualified suppliers.
• Maintain long-term supplier relationships.
• Support RTX initiatives and KPIs such as Supplier OTD, Cost Savings, and Continuous Improvement events.
• Adhere to Supply Chain processes, standards, and plans in procurement goals.

Skills

Supplier relationship mgmt

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

University degree

Advanced degree (optional)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-03

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-MEDLEY-9100 ~ 9120-9124 NW 105th Cir ~ NW 105TH

Position Role Type: Onsite

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.

As a Principal Specialist - Buyer, you will manage Purchase Orders from supplier selection to RFP/RFQ submission, quote receipt, analyzing quote, negotiating quote , documenting PO, and monitoring supplier issues and delivery.

What You Will Do:

• Manage purchase orders from supplier selection to RFP/RFQ submission, quote receipt, analyzing quote, negotiating quote , documenting PO, and monitoring supplier issues and delivery.
• Actively monitor open orders, update status, and ensure that Operations and Program personnel are notified of any delivery date changes; escalade to expedite when necessary.
• Seek new sources of supply when necessary. This involves working closely with Supplier Quality and Engineering to complete necessary processes for adding a new, qualified supplier.
• Ability to successfully manage long-term supplier relationships.
• Support Raytheon’s initiatives and KPI’s such as Supplier OTD, Cost Savings, and Continuous Improvement events
• Adherence to Supply Chain processes, standards, and operational plans in support of procurement goals.

Qualifications You Must Have:

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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to work closely with internal customers (Operations, PM, Engineering, Quality, etc.)
• Proficient in SAP, Excel, Word
• Advanced Excel skills to efficiently manage large data sets and requisition lines.
• Able to solve problems and develop risk mitigation plans
• Strong negotiations skills
• Team oriented – must be an active participant
• Able to self-manage
• Strong work ethic, multi-tasking
• Domestic Travel may be required 10%

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!

This position is classified as: 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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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 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.

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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