Senior Manager, Procurement

RTX

. Manage one of the ASDS Mechanical Procurement teams .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeMassachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $132,400 - $251,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in managing procurement processes and compliance within the defense industry, particularly aerospace, while effectively leading and mentoring cross-functional teams. Proficient in supplier negotiations, performance management, and understanding technical concepts to support operational success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement Process ManagementFAR/DFAR ComplianceSupplier NegotiationCross-Functional Team LeadershipDefense Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

ProcurementContractingSupplier Performance ManagementRisk ManagementFinancial ManagementSubcontract TypesOn-the-Job TrainingMetrics EstablishmentTechnical Concept UnderstandingCompliance Framework

Soft Skills

Executive-Level CommunicationTeam MentoringStakeholder EngagementConflict ResolutionInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefense IndustryFARDFARSubcontract TypesSupplier SelectionSupply BasePurchasing RequirementsStatements of WorkOperational Parties

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage one of the ASDS Mechanical Procurement teams
Establish effective measures of performance and metrics
Ensure team members have the knowledge and skills to perform purchasing tasks under FAR/DFAR
Provide on-the-job training and support to address skill and knowledge gaps
Work with stakeholders and subject matter experts to clarify and refine scope of supply, purchasing requirements, and statements of work
Manage procurement-process compliance and ensure required approvals are in place before purchase order release
Engage specialists to address conflicts and risks involving supplier terms and conditions
Support supplier negotiations and supplier performance management
Support on-site supplier activities and supplier selection where appropriate
Travel to the supply base when required, approximately 10%

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of ten (10) years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of seven (7) years experience
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations
Significant knowledge leading and managing procurement processes, projects, and tactics for development programs
Broad knowledge and skills in procurement and contracting, including FAR/DFAR
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Experience in procurement activities and managing internal customer and supplier relationships
Experience managing geographically dispersed teams and influencing operational parties within a compliance framework
Experience with multiple subcontract types, including FFP, T&M, CPFF, and CPIF
Prior defense industry experience, preferably aerospace
Experience guiding executive and program-level supplier reviews and conducting negotiations
Ability to understand technical concepts/applications
Experience managing financial and operational Risks and Opportunities
Experience recruiting, training, mentoring, and coaching a team
Executive-level presentation and communication skills
Ability to obtain and/or maintain a US Government Security Clearance
Availability to travel to the supply base when required, approximately 10%

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
Remote work primarily from home
Potential flexible onsite presence depending on proximity to an RTX site