Support Equipment Procurement Manager (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending

Flexible schedules

Employee assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a senior procurement leader to oversee RFPs, negotiation strategy, and cost accountability while developing supplier relationships and driving savings across programs. The role requires extensive experience in procurement, a deep understanding of FAR/DFARS, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will manage complex spend analyses, engage with senior leadership, and ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years in supply chain, program, or business management.
• At least 5 years of managerial/leadership experience.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required to be eligible for clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement processes, including RFPs, negotiations, cost accountability, and program execution.
• Demonstrate knowledge of FAR/DFARS and procurement practices.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with objectives.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audits, and regulatory standards.
• Lead spend analyses, cost modeling, price-variance analysis, and savings tracking.
• Drive data-supported contract negotiations using benchmark analyses and total cost models.
• Improve procurement workflows via process mapping and system optimization.
• Cultivate performance-based supplier relationships to drive results.
• Present program status and procurement performance to senior leadership.
• Coach and develop team members for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Security clearance

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

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.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This position leads a team of procurement professionals, overseeing RFPs, proposal campaigns, negotiation strategy and cost accountability as developing supplier relationships. Develops strategies to minimize the organization’s purchasing costs without compromising quality or reliability of supply.

What You Will Do

• Manages execution of procurement processes, standards, and operational plans, including RFPs, negotiations, cost accountability, and program execution
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, as well as commercial and military procurement practices.
• Develops and implements procurement strategies aligned with organizational and contractual objectives.
• Ensures compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and all regulatory standards.
• Leads detailed spend analyses, including category segmentation, cost modeling, price‑variance analysis, and savings tracking.
• Drives data‑supported contract negotiations using benchmark analysis, total cost models, and risk evaluations.
• Improves procurement workflows through process mapping, automation opportunities, and system optimization.
• Cultivates and maintains performance‑based supplier relationships to drive measurable results.
• Presents program status and procurement performance to senior leadership, effectively communicating across all organizational levels.
• Coaches and develops team members to ensure continuous growth and maximize their potential.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• A Minimum of 10 years of Supply chain, program and/or business management experience required.
• At least 5 years managerial, supervisory and leadership 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• A general understanding of Aerospace drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of export/ITC regulations and policies)
• Degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Contracts, a plus
• Experience with SAP
• CORE Champion or Six Sigma Green Belt

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
• 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.