Principal Specialist, Procurement

Date Posted:

2025-06-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RTX99: RTN Remote, Texas

Position Role Type:

Remote

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:

None/Not Required

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.  

Our Supply Chain organization has an opportunity within the Mechanical Commodity organization for a procurement professional who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall procurement activities for material supporting the Raytheon business unit. You will work very closely with external suppliers as well with internal customers and functional areas to support a broad portfolio of programs across Raytheon. 

What You Will Do:

• Review drawings, specifications and purchase history to determine sourcing strategy.
• Prepare and issue RFQs (requests for quotes) to suppliers, follow-up to assure understanding.
• Review quotes, analyze results and determine negotiation plans / strategies as well as addressing any exceptions to flow downs, specifications, quality notes or Raytheon terms and conditions requirements.
• If applicable work with supplier to prepare cost and pricing data in preparation for CAPA review in accordance with TINA.
• Formally document purchase orders including details of summary of award; source justification; price analysis methodology; negotiation strategy and summary; performance to budget / target; and risk assessment in accordance with all regulatory (FAR/DFAR) requirements
• Perform routine post-award management activities including PO acknowledgement, delivery status (upkeep PO notes), expedites, risk mitigation, receiving issues and invoice issues.
• In conjunction with Commodity Performance Leads, develop plans to promote cost reduction initiatives and performance improvements (technical and quality) in support of flawless supplier execution for programs.
• Significant supplier interaction in collaboration with Program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• May be required to participate in supplier development activity.
• Able to support travel (up to 25%)

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
• This position requires either a U.S. Person or Non- U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications and purchase history to determine sourcing strategy
• Experience preparing and issuing RFQs (requests for quotes) to suppliers, follow-up to assure understanding
• Experience documenting purchase orders including details of summary of award; source justification; price analysis methodology; negotiations strategy and summary; performance to budget/target; and risk assessment

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. 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 the application window.

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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