Principal Specialist, Procurement (Hybrid)

2026-11-04

United States of America

US-TX-RICHARDSON-C07 ~ 1707 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C07

Hybrid

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• Experience with and knowledge of DoD procurement/subcontract compliance with Public Laws, Policies, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR), and ITAR to include experience negotiating terms and conditions
• Experience with purchase order management, including documentation, and contract negotiation experience with internal, across the businesses; external with suppliers

 

• Experience with and knowledge of SAP procurement software tools, such as PRISM and APEX
• Supplier negotiations (price, schedules and terms & conditions) with the proficiency to perform and comprehend price analyses, source selection/justification
• Experience with supply chain management systems and SAP purchasing tools, including navigating procurement processes, reviewing purchasing data, and supporting sourcing and purchasing activities.
•  Experience with engaging with senior management, cross-functional teams, and program leaders to communicate business requirements, provide updates, and support strategic decisions.
• Experience with communicating complex business matters, managing competing deadlines, adapting to changing priorities, and leading cross-functional activities.
• Experience with making timely, data-driven decisions, managing multiple concurrent priorities, and delivering results in a fast-paced business environment.
• Experience with negotiating supplier terms and conditions, developing negotiation strategies, and coaching or mentoring others on negotiation practices.

 

None/Not Required

Not Required

RTX, the world 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The following position is to join the Enterprise Services Procurement team: 

The following position is to join our Enterprise Services Procurement organization as a Principal Specialist, Procurement, as part of the Test Systems Team.  This role is to provide the sourcing and acquisition of materials and services for complex test systems and equipment, while managing supplier performance and purchase orders throughout their life cycle against DoD, FMS, DCS, and internal spend.

• →Lead supplier negotiations on price, schedule, and terms & conditions.
• →Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, RTX terms, and export/import regulations.
• →Review Statements of Work (SOWs) and develop PIAs/NDAs.
• →Manage proposal and quotation activities, documentation, and compliance packages.
• →Identify, qualify, and perform due diligence on suppliers; seek alternates as needed.
• →Conduct cost, price, and best-value analysis to support sourcing decisions.
• →Oversee post-award supplier performance in alignment with business unit directives.
• →Drive supplier engagement to meet critical program milestones.
• →Balance strategic planning with daily tactical execution.
• →Collaborate cross-functionally with EXIM, Legal, and senior leadership.

 

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