Principal Specialist, Procurement

RTX•US-AZ-REMOTE, AZ

3d•$86,800 - $165,200•Remote

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. This position is classified as: Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree and 3 years experience.
Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS) or within other heavily regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, medical, space, aviation, power generation or automotive.
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Nice To Haves

Experience Analyzing Cost and Pricing Data and determine proposal compliance
Experience with technical requirements of procured hardware and services including Statement of Work (SOW) review
Experience placing Purchase Orders of high dollar levels and procurement complexity
Experienced in contributing to the successful completion of a project which enhanced performance within an area of responsibility
SAP based environment experience
Ability to successfully execute a competitive procurement including development of evaluation criteria

Responsibilities

Manage Supplier Relationship, Development, and Performance
Drive the success of meeting business factory MRP and financial requirements
Drive the success for metrics, Late to Place, Late to Dock, Delinquent Material, etc.
Develop plans to promote cost reduction initiatives and performance improvements to drive flawless supplier execution for RMD programs and projects
Perform subcontract management of high dollar purchase orders utilizing integrated supply chain models in compliance with all regulatory and corporate requirements
Preparation of all manner of solicitations including RFQs, RFPs, RFI, and IDIQ
Analyze quotations/proposals utilizing price/cost analysis techniques
Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations (Price, Delivery, Terms)
Place Purchase Orders of high dollar levels and procurement complexity
Perform risk analysis and develop mitigation plans and solutions to problems
Travel to Raytheon Technologies and supplier facilities as deemed necessary and appropriate to conduct business.