Associate Director Strategic Sourcing Parcel, Lead Logistics Provider, Freight Bill and Audit Payment (Remote)

Date Posted:

2025-08-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UTIL1: Corp-IL-Remote UT Remote IL , Springfield, IL, 62701 USA

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

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate team:

The Associate Director of Strategic Sourcing- Parcel – Domestic & International is a key leadership role in the RTX Logistics Strategic Sourcing organization. You will be responsible for developing and executing mid- to long-term sourcing strategies that support the company’s global logistics and supply chain vision. This role will lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and network optimization for parcel services across domestic and international markets, while also overseeing strategic sourcing and performance management of Lead Logistics Providers (LLPs) and freight bill audit partners.

What You Will Do

Strategic Leadership

• Establish and implement critical sourcing strategies for parcel logistics that align with enterprise supply chain objectives.

• Own and continuously improve the company’s parcel purchasing activities, driving innovation and operational excellence.

• Develop and execute 2–3 year strategic plans addressing capacity, production location decisions, and global distribution networks.

Supplier & Partner Management

• Direct supplier selection based on total value—including price, quality, service, support, reliability, and reputation.

• Lead complex negotiations and renegotiations with parcel carriers, LLPs, and freight audit providers to secure optimal terms.

• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with service-level agreements and performance standards.

• Oversee sourcing and ongoing management of Lead Logistics Providers, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational efficiency.

• Lead sourcing and performance oversight of freight bill and audit service providers to ensure accuracy, transparency, and cost control.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal stakeholders across operations, finance, and commercial teams to identify sourcing needs and opportunities.

• Communicate sourcing strategies and performance outcomes to senior executive leadership.

• Influence internal and external stakeholders to adopt innovative sourcing practices and solutions.

Problem Solving & Innovation

• Analyze complex, multi-dimensional logistics challenges to uncover root causes and design cutting-edge solutions.

• Improve existing systems and processes through conceptual reasoning and collaboration with industry experts.

• Monitor market trends and identify best practices to enhance parcel, LLP, and audit provider sourcing strategies.

Travel

• Travel required 20%

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing, logistics, or supply chain management.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain/Logistics).

• Proven expertise in domestic and international parcel sourcing, LLP management, and freight audit provider sourcing.

• Familiarity with parcel carrier operations, LLP frameworks, freight audit systems, and performance metrics.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems and develop innovative solutions.

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with experience briefing senior leadership.

• Experience in a global manufacturing or aer