Job Details

Introduction
As a Senior Associate at Collins Aerospace, you will spearhead our procurement processes, standards, and operational strategies, leading in crafting RFPs, mastering negotiation tactics, and conducting cost analyses. You'll address production inquiries, manage electronic commodities, and ensure timely delivery to meet customer satisfaction and quality expectations.

Location: Santa Isabel, PR. Employees must reside in Puerto Rico at hiring time; relocation not offered. Position is hybrid.

Responsibilities

Carry out procurement processes, standards, and operational plans, including RFPs, negotiation preparations, and cost analysis.

Respond to client inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations to ensure customer satisfaction.

Carry out activities associated with purchasing goods, materials, supplies, and services to ensure terms are in the organization's best interest.

Engage with functions outside of supply chain (Finance, Engineering, Operations, programs, etc.) to resolve medium to complex supply chain issues.

Be proactive to mitigate and minimize supply chain risks, preventing critical line stops.

Prepare purchase orders, approve payments, and negotiate prices to ensure a smooth procurement process, under general guidance.

Compile price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to provide input on reasonable prices.

Prepare requests for proposals (RFP) and bid packages to take on new accounts.

Monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries, ensuring resolution of problems such as shortages and missed or late deliveries.

Responsible for all aspects of supplier relationships within a commodity.

Ensure product is delivered on time, meets quality standards, and at the right cost.

May perform delivery assurance responsibilities.

Qualifications You Must Have

A university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.

Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English (verbal and written).

U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

Prior experience in supply chain, operations, procurement or a related field.

Prior SAP and/or procurement experience.

Motivated team player.

Knowledge of industry and market conditions.

Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Ability to develop long‑lasting relationships.

Excellent problem‑solving skills.

Experience with supply chain processes.

Experience with ERP systems.

Work independently, remain calm under pressure.

Benefits

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.

Legal
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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