Principal Specialist, Procurement - SMI (Supplier Managed Inventory)

Raytheon; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Specialist in Procurement to join their dynamic team in Andover, MA. This role involves overseeing procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a background in supplier management, contributing to the company's mission of delivering innovative solutions in the defense and space manufacturing sector. Join a forward-thinking organization that values trust, respect, and accountability, while offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.

Responsibilities

• Execute and administer purchase orders for supplier managed inventory.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives.

Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Procurement Processes

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree

Job description

Principal Specialist, Procurement - SMI (Supplier Managed Inventory)

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Location:

MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

Date Posted:

2025-04-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Our Supply Chain organization has an opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. You will be a part of high-level activity and collaborative environment as part of our Major Mechanical Commodity team. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall procurement activities for material supporting the Raytheon business unit. You will work very closely with external suppliers as well with internal customers and functional areas to support a broad portfolio of programs across Raytheon.

This position will be onsite at one of the following locations: McKinney, TX, Dallas, TX, Tucson, AZ or Andover, MA. Relocation assistance is not provided.

What You Will Do:

• Ensure the execution / administration of purchase orders associated with long term supplier managed inventory agreement and drive performance to agreement statement of work.
• Nurture professional business relationships with suppliers and various internal stakeholders.
• Align partner functions ( program, operations, quality, engineering, etc) to achieve key objectives.
• Significant supplier interaction in collaboration with Program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• May be required to participate in supplier development activity.
• Able to support travel (up to 25%)
  
  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
• This position requires either a U.S. Person or Non- U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization.
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications and purchase history
• Experience documenting purchase orders including details of summary of award; source justification; price analysis methodology; negotiations strategy and summary; performance to budget/target; and risk assessment
• Experience working with agreements and working with suppliers in accordance with corporate compliance requirements.
  
  

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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