Principal Specialist, Procurement (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-OH-TROY-101 ~ 101 Waco St ~ WACO

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Principal Specialist Procurement who is responsible for developing, improving, and monitoring a supply chain that provides products and services that meet or exceed the quality, delivery and cost objectives of the business. All phases of the procurement function are to be performed with the highest level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity.

This position is onsite at Troy, Ohio facility.

What You Will Do:

• Lead person for Indirect and Direct purchasing at large manufacturing site.

• Procure materials, supplies and services to meet the quality, delivery and cost objectives of the business.

• Manage and perform all functions of the purchase order process within the SAP system.

• Research, interview, monitor and evaluate suppliers for quality, delivery, total cost and service.

• Manage and perform all functions of the RFQ and RFP processes.

• Develop, implement and monitor lean/six sigma purchasing procedures and policies. Train as necessary.

• Drive value engineering efforts with key suppliers.

• Prepare and maintain all purchasing reports, records, files and related material.

• Ensure all invoicing is handled in a timely and accurate manner so that vendors are paid correctly and on time.

• Ability to provide remote support to multiple sites.

• Support and help implement supply chain initiatives at site.

• Travel up to 20% required.

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.

• Experience with purchasing and suppliers negotiation.

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Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience sourcing direct and indirect materials

• Scheduling experience

• Project Management & contract review experience

• Knowledge of Lean Principles and six-sigma

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Problem solving and organizational skills with the ability to multitask

• SAP and MRP experience

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  

• Tuition reimbursement program 

• Student Loan Repayment Program  

• Life insurance and disability coverage  

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection 

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits 

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning  

• Adoption Assistance           

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