Associate Director, Inventory Compliance

RTX•Mckinney, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The GFM/Depot Inventory Compliance Associate Director leads inventory compliance activities for Government Furnished Material (GFM) and materials managed at Raytheon depot sites. The role directs a team of experienced professionals and oversees daily operations aligned with Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS) and Property business system requirements. The position sets strategic direction, performs complex analysis, and influences senior leadership on compliance, cost, and operational impacts. It collaborates across multiple sites, functions, and customer groups to promote consistent and effective execution. This role is onsite at a Tucson, Arizona location.

Requirements

Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 10 years of experience.
Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, and/or Inventory Management.
Experience collaborating with stakeholders at multiple levels, including executives, suppliers, and customers.
Experience leading teams and developing talent.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.
An active and transferable Secret U.S. government-issued security clearance is required prior to the start date.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance; ability to obtain Top Secret or higher clearance level or program access after the start date.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace and Defense industry experience, including work with FAR/DFAR-governed processes and Material Management and Accounting System or Property business systems.
Certifications such as APICS CSCP, CLTD, PMP, or similar credentials.
Experience leading logistics or supply chain professional teams and influencing cross-functional outcomes.
Strong communication skills with internal and external partners.
Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI, and the ability to apply strategic thinking and problem-solving to complex issues.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute Inventory Compliance strategies and objectives with RTX and Raytheon Operations & Supply Chain leadership to achieve compliance, cost, quality, and service-level goals.
Lead the harmonization and advancement of Inventory Compliance best practices across Supply Chain and Factory Logistics teams.
Build and maintain relationships with Property, Logistics, Finance, Production Control, MPM, and 3PL partners to ensure operational alignment.
Support internal and external customer audits related to DFAR-governed business systems and customer-directed financial reviews.
Develop, track, and report key performance metrics to drive performance and transparency.
Establish and lead continuous improvement initiatives, using CORE as a key enabler of change.
Create business cases, savings plans, and operational recommendations related to Inventory Compliance activities.
Drive innovation in logistics processes and technologies to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and strengthen compliance.
Set future-state strategy for depot-site inventory compliance operations, particularly those using secondary inventory management systems.
Apply problem-solving expertise to moderate and complex issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
Manage overhead budgets, cost impacts, and resource planning aligned with operational needs.
Interpret and apply Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs) to ensure compliance and operational consistency.
Lead a team of experienced professionals and develop talent.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available, subject to eligibility and other factors