Principal Specialist, Procurement

RTX (Raytheon); Windsor Locks (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

3 weeks vacation for newly hired

Generous 401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead end-to-end procurement processes, including RFPs, supplier negotiations, and cost analysis. Hybrid role in Windsor Locks, CT, requiring SAP experience and strong sourcing skills.

You will respond to inquiries, monitor supplier performance, and prepare price proposals and reports to support cost optimization. A university degree and 5+ years of related experience are typical, with a preference for familiarity

Qualifications

• Requires University Degree in Business Administration, International Business, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or related field with 5+ years of experience, or advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with SAP procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement processes including RFP preparation, supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and PO management.
• Respond to client inquiries regarding order status, changes, or cancellations.
• Manage sourcing activities to procure goods, materials, supplies, and services.
• Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance, resolving delays, shortages, or quality issues.
• Prepare and analyze price proposals, financial reports, and procurement data.

Skills

Negotiation

Sourcing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

University Degree in Business Administration / International Business / Industrial Engineering / Logistics

Tools

SAP procurement software

Oracle

Epicor

PeopleSoft

APEX

PRISM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-15

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type: Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

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.

What You Will Do:

• Execute procurement processes, including RFP (Request for Proposal) preparation, supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and purchase order management, to align with organizational objectives.
• Respond to client inquiries regarding order status, changes, or cancellations, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and timely communication.
• Manage sourcing activities to procure goods, materials, supplies, and services, ensuring compliance with company policies and securing favorable terms.
• Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance, resolving issues related to delays, shortages, or quality to ensure uninterrupted supply.
• Prepare and analyze price proposals, financial reports, and procurement data to support cost optimization and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree in Business Administration, International Business, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with at least 3 years of experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with SAP procurement software.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience working with supply chain or procurement systems, including Oracle, Epicor, PeopleSoft, APEX, or PRISM.
• Experience managing end-to-end procurement processes, including RFP development and management, supplier negotiations, and contract administration and oversight.
• Demonstrated experience monitoring and analyzing supplier performance, ensuring contract compliance, and resolving supplier and delivery issues.
• Experience using SAP procurement functions, including Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Business Warehouse (BW), or Business Objects.
• Familiarity with Lean principles and their application to procurement and supply chain processes.
• Knowledge of contractual terms and conditions, with a focus on maintaining compliance and mitigating risk.

What We Offer:

• 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 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!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capab