Sr. Manager Supply Chain Cost Management (onsite)

globalhr; Rainbow (CT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) with match

Tuition program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a senior cost and supply chain professional to lead cost-management initiatives across key commodities and deliver year-over-year productivity gains. You will craft cost models, assess supplier economics, and partner with Strategic Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to build multi-year roadmaps.

The role requires extensive cost-reduction experience, strong forecasting ability, and leadership across cross-functional teams; travel about 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience delivering measurable cost-reduction results.
• Experience with financial forecasting and cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost-management strategies across key commodities for productivity and cost optimization.
• Build cost models, run should-cost analyses, and evaluate supplier economics.
• Partner with Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, and Finance on multi-year roadmaps.
• Drive supplier negotiations, sourcing events, and open-book cost-transparency programs.
• Monitor market trends and risks; develop mitigation plans.
• Support design-to-cost efforts for new products; provide analytics and business cases.
• Mentor cost analysts and foster a data-driven culture; travel ~10%.

Skills

Cost analysis

Supplier negotiations

Forecasting

Cross-functional leadership

Leadership to leadership

Education

University Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

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.

This individual will ensure that Power & Controls Supply Chain meets it's organization cost and financial targets.

What You Will Do

• Lead cost‑management strategies and initiatives across key commodities to deliver year‑over‑year productivity and total cost optimization.
• Build robust cost models, conduct should‑cost analysis, and evaluate supplier economics to identify value‑improvement opportunities.
• Partner closely with Strategic Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to develop multi‑year cost‑reduction roadmaps.
• Drive supplier negotiations, competitive sourcing events, and open‑book cost‑transparency programs.
• Monitor global market trends, inflationary forces, and supply‑chain risks; develop actionable mitigation plans.
• Support design‑to‑cost efforts and early supplier involvement for new product introductions.
• Deliver executive‑level reporting, analytics, and business cases that inform strategic decisions.
• Mentor and develop cost analysts and sourcing team members, fostering a data‑driven culture and continuous improvement.
• Must be willing and able to travel 10% of the time

What You Will Learn

• How to connect product design, supply‑chain strategy, and supplier engagement for maximum business impact.
• Leadership skills in influencing cross‑functional teams and managing suppliers at executive levels.
• Enhanced analytical, financial modeling, and strategic negotiation capabilities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years’ experience.
• 1+ years experience delivering measurable cost‑reduction results
• 1+ years experience with financial forecasting
• 1+ years experience leading cross‑functional initiatives and supplier‑facing engagements
• Ability to communicate complex cost drivers and insights clearly to leadership

Qualifications We Prefer

• Background in manufacturing, engineering collaboration, or global sourcing.
• Knowledge of supply‑chain risk management and market‑intelligence practices.
• Data management skills and experience with Excel (V-lookups, Pivot tables, etc) and Power Point
• A general understanding of Aerospace drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of export/ITC regulations and policies is preferred as well over a basic knowledge of RTX work transfer standard work (COL 0008)
• Technical degree and MBA degree
• 8+ years’ experience in a program management or cost reduction or supply chain role or Mechanicalmanufacturing in the Aerospace Industry
• Experience with SAP

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 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, andreimbursement 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!

Onsite:

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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