Date Posted:

2025-08-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HTX17: Advanced Structures - Fort Wor 4630 N. Beach Street , Haltom City, TX, 76137 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

Collins Aerospace is seeking a dynamic Principle Specialist, Commodity Management, to be responsible for implementing and leading commodity sourcing strategies. These responsibilities include quotations, bid analysis, supplier recommendations, awards, execution of new or extension of existing supplier contracts, supplier development, risk mitigation, and cost reduction in support of Landing Systems objectives for the Machining Commodity.

This Position is a Remote Role

What You Will Do:

Responsible for the development and execution of commodity and supplier development strategies for direct product that supports the strategic objectives of the Business Unit and Company.

Conduct RFQs and perform bid analysis.

Lead contract negotiations.

Organize efforts with regards to supplier performance improvements, expedite requests, and supplier onsite support on critical recovery plans.

Work with Operational Procurement, Engineering and Program Management to ensure the successful introduction of new programs and successful transfer of production requirements to new suppliers.

Support multiple buy to buy, buy to make, and make to buy projects.

Support the development of broad-based commodity or supplier strategies.

Drive special projects with suppliers and cross-functional teams across the organization.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum 5 years in Supply Chain/ Sourcing/ Commodity Management/ Supplier Quality or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.

Experience providing Data Analysis and presenting using MS software (MS Excel, Power point)

Experience working in ERP systems

Qualifications We Prefer

SAP Experience

Aerospace/Automotive experience.

Strong knowledge of Supply Chain practices and Commodity Management.

Aptitude to work independently with little oversight.

Ability to effectively communicate and present to suppliers or senior leadership

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities without impacting the quality of work produced.

Reacts with a sense of urgency.

Demonstrated team building, leadership and interpersonal skills.

Strong negotiation and relationship building skills.

Manages time and priorities well to meet previously provided commitments.

Demonstrated success in developing project plans and managing these projects through to successful execution, including overcoming obstacles and resolving issues on their own.

Technical or manufacturing aptitude

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!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. 

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!  

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Please view the link below to learn more about our Landing Systems business unit:

Collins Aerospace Landing Systems - Proven Quality - YouTube

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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