Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Cost Management (Onsite)

RTX•Colorado Springs, CO

12d•$82,000 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Cost Analyst to join our Service and Specialty Products team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with established procedures, driving collaboration across internal and external teams, and overseeing project execution to meet financial and operational goals. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to build and maintain relationships across multiple levels of the organization. This is an onsite role in Colorado Springs, CO and may have up to 15% travel. This role may be eligible for relocation.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of supply chain, supplier management, Risk Assessment/Mitigation & performance management
Experience with project / program management
Experience with Cost management initiatives and work transfers
Experience work with a variety of commodities ideal, aerospace industry experience preferred
Ability to understand engineering drawings and Specifications to facilitate technical discussions with suppliers/ business unit.

Responsibilities

Utilize innovative thinking to identify and implement cost-saving strategies that align with business objectives and priorities.
Effectively communicate project status, results, and risks to all levels of the organization through various mediums, including presentations, reports, and meetings.
Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal customers, stakeholders, and project team members to enhance project success.
Establish and manage project priorities that mitigate production impacts for internal and external customers while minimizing financial risks for the organization.
Lead the resolution of project setbacks by identifying alternate solutions, escalating issues within Collins, interfacing with supplier leadership, and ensuring timely execution of project deliverables.
Serve as the key point of contact for assigned projects, interfacing with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain Management Commodity, Quality, Cost and Procurement Execution teams, Business Unit Cost, Engineering and Quality teams, Site Operations, Planning and Delivery Assurance teams, and Suppliers.
Ensure adherence to Collins Aerospace's work transfer procedures (MIS-PRO-0021) to maintain compliance and consistency.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
May be eligible for relocation assistance