Principal Specialist, Procurement - Buyer (Onsite)

RTX•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company with 185,000 employees, minds are united by purpose to solve complex global problems. With market-leading businesses, world-class operations, and investments in R&D, RTX offers unique capabilities and opportunities, pushing the boundaries of science to connect and protect the world. Raytheon, with over 100 years of experience and engineering expertise, delivers solutions to help nations and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. This role is for a Principal Specialist, Procurement within the Product Support (PS) group of the Land and Air Defense Systems (LADS) business organization. It offers a dynamic environment to contribute to strategic initiatives, ensuring procurement effectiveness and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a team-oriented mindset, strong work ethic, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience
Experience in the procurement lifecycle, such as supplier selection, RFP/RFQ issuance, quote analysis, negotiations, PO placement, and supplier support
Experience with government procurement regulations (FAR, DFARS and / or ITAR)
Experience supporting supplier performance metrics such as OTD, cost savings, and continuous and / or improvement initiatives

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with SAP/PRISM, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), including advanced Excel skills for managing large data sets
Negotiations experience and ability to develop risk‑mitigation plans
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and multi‑task and perform effectively in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities
Strong problem‑solving, analytical thinking, and strategic decision‑making skills
Ability to perform and understand price analysis and source selection/justification with guidance as needed
Ability to quickly learn new processes, tools, and technical information
Strong collaboration, interpersonal and communication skills to effectively partner with cross‑functional partners and customers, i.e. Program Management, Engineering, Supplier Quality, Operations

Responsibilities

Issue and manage medium to high complexity Purchase Orders from supplier selection to RFP/RFQ submission, quote receipt, analyzing and negotiating quote for pricing and Terms and Conditions, documenting PO in compliance with FAR, DFAR and ITAR requirements, and monitoring supplier issues and delivery.
Actively monitor open orders, update status, and ensure that Operations and Program personnel are notified of any delivery date changes; escalate to expedite when necessary.
Seek new sources of supply when necessary, which involves working closely with Supplier Quality and Engineering to complete necessary processes for adding a new, qualified supplier.
Build and maintain professional relationships with Customers and Suppliers.
Assist and train team members with procurement activities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Use advanced Excel skills to efficiently manage large data sets and requisition lines.
Use strong analytical, organizational and multitasking skills to handle parallel program activities.
Up to 10% travel may be required to other Raytheon site locations
Review and interpret engineering drawings