Principal Specialist, Procurement

RTX

. Provide sourcing and acquisition of materials and services for complex test systems and equipment .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $95,500 - $181,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier negotiations, procurement compliance, and contract management within the DoD framework. Proficient in managing supplier performance and executing sourcing strategies while ensuring adherence to federal regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supplier Negotiation ExperienceDoD Procurement ComplianceContract ManagementSAP Procurement SoftwareCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Supplier Performance ManagementCost AnalysisPrice AnalysisPurchase Order ManagementStatement of Work ReviewDue Diligence on SuppliersCompliance Package ManagementNegotiation Strategy DevelopmentData-Driven Decision MakingSupply Chain Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsAdaptabilityLeadershipTime ManagementCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SAPPRISMAPEX

Industry Keywords

FARDFARSITARPublic LawsFederal Acquisition RegulationsDoDFMSDCS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide sourcing and acquisition of materials and services for complex test systems and equipment
Manage supplier performance and purchase orders throughout their life cycle against DoD, FMS, DCS, and internal spend
Lead supplier negotiations on price, schedule, and terms and 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Experience negotiating terms and conditions
Experience with purchase order management, including documentation
Contract negotiation experience with internal stakeholders across the businesses and external suppliers
U.S. citizenship is required
Eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance of Richardson, TX, Farmington, CT, Cedar Rapids, IA, Andover, MA, McKinney, TX or Tucson, AZ
Experience with SAP procurement software tools, such as PRISM and APEX (preferred)
Experience with supplier negotiations, price analyses, and source selection/justification (preferred)
Experience with supply chain management systems and SAP purchasing tools (preferred)
Experience engaging senior management, cross-functional teams, and program leaders (preferred)
Experience communicating complex business matters, managing competing deadlines, adapting to changing priorities, and leading cross-functional activities (preferred)
Experience making timely, data-driven decisions and managing multiple concurrent priorities (preferred)
Experience negotiating supplier terms and conditions, developing negotiation strategies, and coaching or mentoring others on negotiation practices (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available