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Collins Aerospace is seeking a highly experienced Principal Product Procurement Specialist to lead complex procurement initiatives and drive strategic sourcing activities across our supply chain organization. As a Principal Product Procurement Specialist, you will lead procurement processes, develop sourcing strategies, oversee supplier negotiations, perform cost analyses, and ensure contractual compliance while serving as a trusted advisor to cross-functional teams. You'll play a key role in resolving complex supplier challenges, mitigating supply chain risks, and driving continuous improvement to support operational excellence.

In this individual contributor role, you will provide strategic procurement leadership while partnering with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Program teams to ensure supplier performance, delivery, quality, and cost objectives are achieved.

Your mission: Deliver world-class procurement solutions by strengthening supplier partnerships, optimizing costs, minimizing supply chain risks, and ensuring products are delivered on time, meet quality expectations, and support Collins Aerospace's commitment to operational excellence.

Join us in driving innovation and excellence in aerospace procurement!

This remote position is based at our Santa Isabel, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

What You Will Do:

• Lead procurement processes, standards, and operational plans, including RFP development, negotiation strategy, and cost analysis.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies while managing supplier relationships and resolving complex procurement issues.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Quality, and Program teams to resolve supply chain challenges and support business objectives.
• Proactively identify and mitigate supplier risks to ensure continuity of supply and prevent production disruptions.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, and ensure procurement activities align with company policies.
• Analyze supplier quotations, financial data, and market trends to support strategic sourcing and cost reduction initiatives.
• Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFPs), bid packages, and supplier evaluations for new business opportunities.
• Monitor supplier and contract performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, quality standards, and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with suppliers to expedite deliveries, resolve shortages, support delivery assurance activities, and drive continuous improvement.
• Support audits, maintain procurement documentation, and prepare executive-level reports and presentations on supplier performance and critical recovery initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Knowledge of Lean Principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of contractual terms and conditions, including FAR and DFAR regulations.
• APICS or ISM certification (CPIM, CPM, CSCP, or CPSM) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing strategic supplier relationships and procurement lifecycle activities.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or government contracting environments.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)  
• Life insurance and disability coverage  
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions  
• And more!  

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Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide. 

Collins Aerospace, a 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.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

*Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.  

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day!

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 or 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 Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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