Senior Manager - Network Partnership

RTX•Hartford, CT

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for integrating all aspects of the digital sourcing functions into Enterprise Services (ES) Strategy and Transformation Initiatives through collaborating and partnering with suppliers, ES leaders, and functional service owners. A key component of the role is to develop supplier capabilities, partnerships and category strategies for enterprise collaboration tools and services. The ideal candidate will draw from past experience with various wireline and wireless network hardware, services and tools and can assist with translating this knowledge via contract negotiations and project management skills to lead the coordination, communication and integration of suppliers to support the achievement of technical, financial and performance objectives. This individual will have an understanding of supplier products/services and develop various strategies to drive year on year cost savings to help RTX meet its bottom line. An understanding of the end-to-end procurement process, from contract negotiations to requisition and PO placement is needed for this role. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to develop effective presentations and present to leadership and peers.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience
Experience with sourcing roles and functions, including creating sourcing roadmaps, developing category strategies, licensing/asset management, risk management, and requirement change management
Strong understanding of infrastructure technologies, services and equipment including LAN, WLAN, Voice, Security appliances, Software-Defined and converged solutions
Expertise in drafting, negotiating and interpreting sophisticated commercial agreements; Excellent negotiations and sourcing skills with understanding of different contract types
Understanding software contracts with the ability to manage licensing, maintenance, and support requirements
Must possess strong collaboration skills enabling effective communication and working internally with functional service owners in Enterprise Services and across business units, as well as externally with suppliers
Demonstrated ability to understand financial information, budgets and program performance and develop strategies and business cases to improve performance in these areas

Nice To Haves

Candidates for this role should possess a Bachelor’s Degree with an MBA preferred. Minimum of 10 years Consulting, Sourcing and Procurement Management with at least 3 years in Digital IT preferred
Strong project management skills and ability to convert requirements into executable strategies, and ability to develop and manage an integrated master schedule
Ability to effectively work with and communicate with all levels of management and individual contributors
Ability to develop effective presentations and documents used for leadership reviews

Responsibilities

Drives contract requirements and negotiations for network hardware & services (e.g., AT&T, Verizon, Cisco, Palo Alto, Zscaler…)
Contingent labor contracts processing for network tools and services
Aligns with Digital IT stakeholders on vendor consolidation activities to drive contract savings
Develops and manages an integrated master schedule of engagements, renewals, RFQs, etc.
Facilitate supplier performance reviews, benchmarks & reporting
Reviews Statements of Work (SOW) documents and ensures sourcing best practices are followed
Analyze pricing and negotiating complex technology agreements
Build strong partnerships across various stakeholders (legal, finance, etc.)
Develop strong supplier relationships to drive effectiveness and value
Supports the investigation, negotiation and favorable resolution of disputes with suppliers
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to proactively identify and resolve problems efficiently and effectively
Develop executive level analysis & presentations

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