Principal Specialist, Procurement

RTX

2d • 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. Raytheon Operation & Supply Chain (OSC) offers an excellent opportunity to join our energetic, and collaborative environment in support of the dynamic and growth-oriented Procurement department for Naval Power (NP) procurement team. In this role, you will foster relationship with suppliers, administer subcontracts in a fashion consistent with integrated supply chain models, recognizing the role and value of each participant through the acquisition life cycle from requirements generation through product delivery, product support, and payment for products and services. You will engage in supplier performance, relationship management, strategic sourcing as well as facilitate complex business agreements in support of the various contracts.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.
• https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Nice To Haves

• Masters’ degree in supply chain, business, engineering or related field
• Experience in working with development type of procurement
• Experience managing a high volume, quick turn procurement desk
• SAP based environment experience
• Experience with technical requirements of procured hardware and services – including Statement of Work (SOW), build to spec and build to print procurements
• Experience implementing/executing supplier recovery efforts
• Experience with executing FFP and Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts
• Familiarity with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
• Demonstrated knowledge / compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
• Experience in written contractual authorization/vehicles (Cost Plus, Firm Fixed Price etc.)
• Assess proposal compliance (FAR 15.4)

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume desk in a fast paced environment while consistently meeting accuracy and performance metrics
• Prepare and issue RFPs and execute to the PR to PO lifecycle
• Perform price/cost analysis techniques and place Firm Fixed Price, Letter Subcontracts and cost type POs in accordance with FAR/DFARS
• Proactively manage suppliers to ensure on time delivery by obtaining accurate status, implement proper oversight and recovery efforts
• Present Root Cause and Corrective Actions to leadership team based on metrics performance and supplier issues
• Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations (Price, Delivery, scope, Terms & Conditions)
• Work closely with the Program and other functional groups (Operations, Quality, Engineering, Program Management, etc) to achieve objectives
• Travel as required (up to 30%) and lead supplier onsite reviews

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and holidays.
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees