Principal Specialist, Procurement; Hybrid

Job Overview

Position:
Principal Specialist, Procurement – Collins Aerospace.

Location:

Windsor Locks, CT (Hybrid – 3‑4 onsite days per week). Eligibility: U.S. citizenship required. Security Clearance:
None/Not Required. Travel:
Up to 10% (short trips, up to twice monthly). Salary range: $86,800–$165,200

USD.

• Acts as primary liaison for material and supply organization, partnering with program, operations, engineering, and planning teams to guide and align supply chain processes.
• Reviews and manages a high volume and variety of materials, supplies, and services in support of program requirements.
• Evaluates bids and recommends suppliers and components aligned to program objectives, ensuring award execution through order completion.
• Coordinates supply chain activities at Richardson site to maintain BOM health, part readiness, supplier alignment, and material availability.
• Partners with procurement teams to prioritize material shortages, supplier constraints, and high‑risk issues impacting production.
• Provides regular reporting to Operations leadership on supply chain performance, material readiness, supplier risks, and mitigation plans.
• Analyzes complex supply chain challenges, applying sound judgment to develop solutions aligned with established policies and organizational objectives.
• Plans and executes assigned work independently, establishing priorities and managing activities to meet program timelines and deliverables.
• Serves as key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with senior personnel on cross‑functional supply chain initiatives.
• Utilizes ERP systems and standard supply chain processes to manage procurement execution and drive material outcomes across assigned commodities and programs.

• University degree and minimum 5 years relevant experience OR advanced degree and minimum 3 years experience.

• Supply chain, procurement, or program operations support, with exposure to supplier management, material planning, and cross‑functional coordination.
• Experience utilizing SAP or similar ERP systems in a supply chain or procurement environment.
• Experience supporting material readiness, supplier coordination, or Bill of Material (BOM) management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage detailed work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Experience coordinating supply chain activities across multiple sites or organizations.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with 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, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan (up to 10 free counseling sessions).
• Healthy You Incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts second‑opinion program.
• And more.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable regulations.