Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Management (Hybrid Tucson, AZ)

RTX • Tucson, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. The following position is to join our RTX Corporate Enterprise Services team: What You Will Do Serve as the primary point of contact for supply chain matters on key programs, providing regular updates to leadership. Develop and execute supply chain strategies to meet program and organizational objectives for approximately 20 identified suppliers, as well as future suppliers. Support rapid non-product procurement of computational hardware, services, software, equipment, automation, sustainment, consulting, and related support. Perform site visits, as requested, to support capability assessments, negotiations, qualifications, performance discussions and other supplier-related activities. Lead cross-functional teams to manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure on-time delivery of goods and services. Brief the factory team on progress, bottlenecks, management of backlog, requisition burn-down and other procurement activities associated with identified suppliers/projects. Oversee high-value, complex procurement activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations. Analyze supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain continuity of operations, including engaging strategic sourcing to identify new critical technology suppliers. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams, to align supply chain activities with program requirements. Monitor supplier performance metrics, including quality, delivery, and cost, and implement corrective actions as needed. Mentor, train & develop team for career progression Travel as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or a related discipline; OR an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience with government contracting and knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations.
• Proven negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• 5+ years of experience working with supply chain management software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience with different funding mechanisms, including capital- and program-specific funding.
• Acumen relative to small business requirements in federal contracting.

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable insights.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, or PMP.
• Experience working with SAP ERP systems, including ECC, S4HANA and Ariba.
• Experience working in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for supply chain matters on key programs, providing regular updates to leadership.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies to meet program and organizational objectives for approximately 20 identified suppliers, as well as future suppliers.
• Support rapid non-product procurement of computational hardware, services, software, equipment, automation, sustainment, consulting, and related support.
• Perform site visits, as requested, to support capability assessments, negotiations, qualifications, performance discussions and other supplier-related activities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure on-time delivery of goods and services.
• Brief the factory team on progress, bottlenecks, management of backlog, requisition burn-down and other procurement activities associated with identified suppliers/projects.
• Oversee high-value, complex procurement activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations.
• Analyze supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain continuity of operations, including engaging strategic sourcing to identify new critical technology suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams, to align supply chain activities with program requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics, including quality, delivery, and cost, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Mentor, train & develop team for career progression
• Travel as needed.

Benefits

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level