Gestionnaire - Optimisation des coûts / Manager - Product Cost Optimization

RTX•Longueuil, QC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters. For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world. Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world. Given the recent cost escalation seen on most P&WC products over the last few years following COVID-19 and the strain it is putting on profit margins, there is a desire at the company level to emphasize focus on product cost optimization. To this end, it is being proposed to add a Product Cost Optimization branch to the Product Cost Management organization. The primary mission will be to consolidate, track and drive total product cost optimization strategies across the enterprise for legacy and NPI products. Product cost optimization is the strategic process of reducing expenses while maximizing value, efficiency, and profitability. It involves a holistic approach to analyze and adjust spending across the product lifecycle, from initial design and sourcing to production and supply chain management. Key strategies include simplifying design (D2C/D4M), negotiating better supplier contracts, streamlining production, and leveraging automation and technology.

Requirements

University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience OR A graduate degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, unless prohibited by local laws and regulations.
Requires extensive knowledge in management and leadership to lead project teams.
The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.

Responsibilities

Build and lead a brand-new Product Cost Optimization team within the organization.
Drive and consolidate total product cost optimization strategies across the enterprise for both legacy and NPI products.
Analyze the entire product lifecycle holistically to identify cost-saving opportunities, from initial design to supply chain management.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to maximize profitability and operational efficiency in response to rising cost escalations.
Promote the adoption of simplified design methodologies, such as Design to Cost (D2C) and Design for Manufacturing (D4M).
Negotiate and optimize supplier contracts to secure better financial terms and value.
Streamline production processes by leveraging automation and emerging technologies.
Track and monitor optimization initiatives to protect and enhance the company's profit margins.