Procurement Manager

Prattwhitney; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX is seeking a seasoned procurement professional in the United States to oversee medium to high complexity procurements and lead cross-functional supplier relationships across multiple programs. You will manage subcontracts, conduct price/cost analyses, and navigate FAR/DFARS compliance while mentoring teammates.

Responsibilities include RFQ/RFP management, supplier performance, and collaboration with Finance, Program Management, Engineering, and Material Program Managers to solve sourcing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 8+ years procurement experience, or 5+ years with advanced degree.
• Experience leading procurement processes and cross-functional projects.
• Experience with CPFF/FFP with FAR/DFAR; SOWs.
• US Person or eligible to obtain export authorizations required.
• Knowledge of ITAR and FAR/DFARS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medium to high complexity procurements and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Lead procurement for multiple programs and manage subcontracts through acquisition lifecycle.
• Manage supplier performance and proactive supplier management.
• Issue and resolve conflicts in compliance with FAR/DFAR for various subcontract types.
• Prepare, issue, evaluate, and manage RFQs/RFPs.
• Conduct price and cost analyses and negotiate terms.
• Administer high-value procurements including POs and subcontracts.
• Collaborate with Finance, PM, Engineering to resolve sourcing challenges.
• Provide procurement support for U.S. Government and Commercial contracts.
• Monitor procurement reports and drive performance against metrics.
• Assist in training procurement team members.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

SAP

SharePoint

PowerBi

Job description

What You Will Do

• You will oversee medium to high complexity procurements, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the success of critical programs.
• Lead procurement efforts for multiple programs, fostering relationships with suppliers and administering subcontracts throughout the acquisition lifecycle, from requirements generation to product delivery and payment.
• Manage supplier performance, including proactive supplier management, leadership engagements, and supplier recovery efforts.
• Issue and resolve conflicts of medium to high complexity in compliance with regulatory (FAR/DFAR) and corporate requirements for various subcontract types, including Cost Types, Firm Fixed Price, and Time & Materials.
• Prepare, issue, evaluate, and manage Requests for Quotations/Proposals (RFQs/RFPs).
• Conduct price and cost analyses, negotiate contractual terms (e.g., price, delivery schedules, payment terms), and mitigate supplier risks.
• Administer and manage high-value and complex material and service procurements, including purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Program Management, Engineering, and Material Program Managers, to identify solutions to sourcing challenges.
• Provide procurement and supplier management support for U.S. Government and Commercial contracts.
• Monitor procurement reports and drive performance to meet company metric targets.
• Assist in training and mentoring procurement team members as needed.

Travel up to 10% as required.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of experience, or a minimum of 5 years of experience with an advanced degree.
• Experience in leading and managing procurement processes, projects, and tactics in a procurement work area.
• Experience with supplier management, including performance management, relationship management, and supplier recovery efforts.
• Experience managing various contract types including CPFF and FFP purchase orders (FAR/DFAR) with build-to-print/specifications and Statements of Work (SOWs).
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

We Prefer

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with project planning and management tools such as SAP, SharePoint, PowerBi.
• Experience in procurement for development and production programs, including major subcontracts.
• Experience in a SAP-based environment.
• Experience with technical requirements of procured hardware and services, including Statement of Work (SOW) review.
• Familiarity with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Knowledge of and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Experience managing financial and operational risks and opportunities.
• Experience with supplier and customer negotiations, including terms and conditions and performance-based payments.
• Experience with defense technologies and import/export regulations.
• Ability to prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and communications.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world.

At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Its 185,000 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.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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 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.

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.