Sr. Manager Procurement Commodity & Sourcing

Pratt & Whitney; Goleta (CA); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace defense contractor seeks a Lead Manager & Sourcing professional to manage procurement within their Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) team. The role includes team leadership, compliance management, and engagement with suppliers to ensure program needs are met effectively. This position requires proven procurement expertise and the ability to communicate across various functions to drive success.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in procurement and contracting.
• Proven track record in managing procurement teams.
• Understanding of defense industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the EWS procurement team and establish performance metrics.
• Ensure team members are trained for purchasing tasks.
• Engage with suppliers for performance management.

Skills

Procurement management

Team leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Risk management

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree in related field

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-06-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA601: Goleta (EW) Bldg H01 6380 Hollister Avenue Building H01, Goleta, CA, 93117 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

Raytheon is seeking a strong candidate to join the Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) acquisition team as the Lead Manager & Sourcing professional. You will be responsible for proactively managing and leading the procurement team to ensure that the purchasing needs of the business are met. A significant focus of this role is coordinating the activities of the team to achieve program requirements and ensuring that the team and all areas of the business adhere to the correct procurement practices.

In this role, you will apply your existing knowledge of Supply Chain, procurement, and business acumen within a matrixed organization. The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communications skills to influence and communicate effectively across multiple areas outside of one’s own job function as well as with parties external to the organization.

Leveraging on your previous experience you will be able to apply your expert knowledge of procurement management requirements and exercise a high level of business acumen to ensure effective development and implementation of customer-focused, risk-managed solutions to achieve competitive advantage.

This role is a Hybrid position that will require access to the Goleta Site local Raytheon facility.

What You Will Do:

Manage the EWS procurement team and establish effective measures of performance and metrics.

Ensure members of the team have the correct knowledge and skills to perform assigned purchasing tasks and provide on the job training and support to address skill and knowledge gaps.

Support team members to work with stakeholders and subject matter experts to clarify, define, and refine the scope of supply, purchasing requirements, and statement of work for procurement activities.

This role includes the ability to generate and negotiate Teaming Agreements and other related agreements.

Manage compliance with procurement process and ensure all required approvals are in place prior to purchase order release.

Engage with relevant specialists to address identified conflicts and/or risks with terms and supplier conditions that vary from standard company purchase order terms.

Support vendor engagement activities including negotiations and supplier performance management, including on site supplier activities and selection where appropriate.

Work closely with Engineering to support and implement quick turn purchase orders supporting rapid turn development efforts.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years’ experience.

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

This position will require availability to travel to our supply base when required (approx 15%).

Qualifications We Prefer:

Requires significant knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects, and tactics within the procurement work area.

Requires broad knowledge and skills in procurement and contracting with an understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization.

Demonstrated experience in working with cross-functional teams (Finance, Program Management, Engineering, etc).

Demonstrated experience in procurement activities and the management of internal customer and supplier relationships.

Demonstrated experience in the management of a high impact team and the ability to influence parties at an operational level to achieve objectives within a compliance framework.

Prior experience with multiple subcontract types including but not limited to Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF)

Prior experience working in the defense industry, preferably within aerospace

Experience with import/export regulations (ITAR/EAR)

Demonstrated experience guiding executive and program level supplier reviews and negotiation experience

Ability to grasp / understand technical concepts / applications

Experience managing financial and operational Risks and Opportunities

Experience in recruiting, training, mentoring, and coaching a team.

Ability to obtain and/or maintain a US Government Security Clearance

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. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

The salary range for this role is 137,000 USD - 275,000 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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