Principal Specialist, Procurement (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-05-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Collins Aerospace, a renowned leader in advanced aerospace and defense solutions, invites qualified candidates to join our esteemed team. As a key player in the industry, Collins Aerospace is dedicated to solving complex challenges and driving innovation in a rapidly evolving global market.

As a supply chain professional within the Space Systems Windsor Locks procurement group, you will be responsible for procuring critical major subcontract/engineered items. This includes ensuring timely placement of compliant Purchase Orders and overseeing all phases of the procurement process, from source selection and negotiations to post-award administration.

What You Will Do:

• Procure major subcontract/engineered items, such as supplier-designed valves, motors, and sensors, while adhering to compliance standards.
• Manage an assigned supplier portfolio, negotiate terms and conditions of purchase orders, and coordinate the resolution of supplier issues.
• Review and understand supplier-generated program schedules to ensure on-time delivery of hardware and other deliverables.
• Complete ad hoc reports and attend critical meetings to support management.
• The selected candidate will demonstrate strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage supplier relationships. Limited domestic travel may be required.

What You Will Learn:

Through this position, you will gain valuable experience in procurement, supplier management, negotiation, and program scheduling. While certifications are not provided by the company, the role offers ample opportunities for professional growth and development within the aerospace industry.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Microsoft Office Experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of direct procurement in a variety of major subcontract/engineered items (i.e., supplier-designed valves, motors, sensors, etc…) in support of U.S. Government contracts and/or within the aerospace industry.
• A general knowledge of FAR, DFAR, NFS and Export Control (ITAR & EAR) requirements is preferred.
• The ability to read and understand blueprints and other technical data is highly desirable.
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Aerospace Industry experience preferred
• SAP experience would be desirable.

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           
• Autism Benefit  
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions  
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program 
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits  
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services 
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  
• And more!  

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Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products

Mission Systems: 

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent