Senior Purchasing Manager; Hybrid

Date Posted:  Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-PHOENIX-3414-B1 ~ 3414 S 5th St ~ BLDG 1 Position Role Type:
Hybrid U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required Security Clearance Status:
Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. This role is a U.S.

-based role.

As the Senior Purchasing Manager, you will lead and manage a procurement team supporting Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) production and overhaul operations. Your role will focus on driving supplier performance, ensuring on-time delivery, and maintaining compliance with quality standards. You will play a critical role in defining procurement strategies and fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Lead, manage, and develop the procurement team to support APU production and overhaul operations.
• Define the department's vision, strategic direction, and long-term supplier base development strategy.
• Collaborate with customers to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to quality requirements.
• Oversee the execution and performance of procurement contracts.
• Conduct price and commercial terms negotiations when no existing contracts are in place.
• Develop recovery and corrective action plans to address supply chain challenges.
• Travel both domestically and internationally as required to support business objectives and organizational goals.
• Estimated travel: 15-25%
• Work across international time zones to provide business support and respond to urgent matters as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, OR an Advanced degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in Supply Chain.
• Experience with SAP Procurement and Inventory Management modules.

• Supply chain experience in aviation and commodities such as electronics and mechanical components.
• Experience with negotiation and commercial terms management.
• Planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Familiarity with developing recovery and corrective action plans under pressure.
• Communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings.
• Valid US Passport or the ability to obtain one shortly after hire date.

This position is classified as:
Hybrid:
Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend…