Senior Procurement Manager (Onsite)

RTX

122d • $124,000 - $250,000

About The Position

Joining Collins Aerospace is not just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. As the Senior Procurement Manager, you will be the site leader for Supply Chain and Procurement at our West Des Moines, IA facility. You will play a key leadership role in driving procurement excellence, supplier performance, and operational execution in support of Collins Aerospace’s Power & Controls business. This position is responsible for leading a talented team of supply chain professionals while ensuring adherence to procurement policies, optimizing supplier relationships, and aligning with business objectives to achieve cost, quality, and delivery goals. This role serves as the primary site leader for all procurement and supply chain activities, partnering closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Commodity Management to deliver strategic sourcing initiatives, program support, and continuous improvement. You will be a visible leader who develops talent, fosters a culture of collaboration, and drives accountability to achieve both short- and long-term organizational success.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in supplier management, strategic sourcing, or procurement operations.
• Leadership experience managing teams and driving results through cross-functional collaboration.
• Expertise in program management, supplier negotiations, and cost management.
• Success in driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Working experience with SAP or similar MRP/ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site leader for all Procurement and Supply Chain processes at the West Des Moines facility, providing direction and oversight for sourcing, supplier performance, and material flow.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment.
• Ensure compliance with procurement procedures and standard work, continuously driving improvement in sourcing processes and operational execution.
• Partner with internal stakeholders—including Operations, Quality, and Engineering—to align procurement strategies with business objectives and production requirements.
• Drive supplier performance metrics, including On-Time Delivery, Quality, and Cost objectives.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and program lifecycle management by ensuring supplier readiness, cost competitiveness, and seamless material support.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and cost reduction projects in collaboration with Commodity Management and Category Strategy teams.
• Represent Supply Chain in site leadership discussions, providing updates, insights, and recommendations to senior management.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure contract compliance, performance accountability, and long-term strategic alignment.
• Act as a change leader, implementing Collins Aerospace best practices, standard tools, and digital transformation initiatives within the site supply chain organization.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees