Materials Vendor Focal (Onsite)

Raytheon Technologies • East Hartford, CT

284d • $82,000 - $164,000

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we're seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that's evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? East Hartford Repair Operation (EHRO) consists of two business units - Connecticut Static components (CTSC) and Connecticut Rotating parts (CTRP). Serving both Military and commercial clients, our businesses are focused on safely delivering high quality parts on time. As a member of the materials organization, you will provide oversight and management of EHRO's product and Non-product material, inventory, and external vendor needs. You will work closely with cell leaders, Quality, engineering, customer service, and finance to ensure all operational needs are met through availability of details and vended processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience to include procurement, supply chain, delivery assurance, sales or purchasing
• Or an Advanced Degree and 3 years of experience to include procurement, supply chain, delivery assurance, sales or purchasing
• Or HS Diploma and 9 years of experience to include procurement, supply chain, delivery assurance, sales or purchasing
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Nice To Haves

• Experience communicating with all levels of organization and leadership
• Manufacturing Operations experience
• MRP/ERP Experience
• High proficiency in MS Office suite
• Proven purchasing experience
• Understand ITAR, EAR, and other applicable laws and regulations governing international trade

Responsibilities

• Attend production meetings to report on status, discuss issues, & determine plans
• Place & expedite purchase orders/ Manage PO Supplements
• Communicate with suppliers/vendors on status, expedites, etc.
• Generate reporting to operations highlighting Vendor commitments multiple times a week
• Work with price negotiation, track supplier performance, and develop improvement plans
• Work on strategic cost reduction initiatives
• Analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies
• Research and identify prospective suppliers
• Ensure inventory is accurate & any quality concerns are addressed

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree