Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management - Aftermarket (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-07-31



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B2 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 2



Position Role Type:

Hybrid



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 Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's 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.

At Collins Aerospace, our aftermarket business is built on strong supplier partnerships, innovative sourcing strategies, and exceptional customer support. As the Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management, you will lead a team responsible for developing and managing relationships with our most critical global suppliers, negotiating complex commercial agreements, and driving sourcing strategies that ensure our customers receive the products and services they depend on. In this role, you will work on impactful projects, refine your leadership and strategic skills, engage with Collins Aerospace Leadership, our OEM Supply Chain counterparts, the global supply chain partners and Program/Value Stream internal stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to influence global sourcing strategy, lead complex supplier partnerships, and collaborate with senior leaders across Collins Aerospace.

Ideally, this is hybrid role (combination of onsite and remote work) based at our Windsor Locks, CT facility. Other domestic P&C Aftermarket locations will be considered f (ex. Rockford, IL, Phoenix, AZ, Miramar, FL).

Anticipated travel for this role is at 25% and will include international travel.

What You Will Do

• Establish key elements of the Supply Chain plan, in terms of operations, specific initiatives, financial objectives and timelines, in line with organizational strategy.

• Lead a team of Strategic Sourcing and Key Account Managers who are responsible for supporting critical suppliers and programs

• Lead, engage and collaborate with other functions and channel partners, including suppliers, intermediaries, third party service providers, and customers in support of strategic goals.

• Develop and manage implementation of large-scale supply chain management related to new systems, programs and processes in support of Supply Chain strategy.

• Manage Key Supplier accounts ensuring strong working relationships, escalation of critical issues and exploration of new business opportunities.

• Serve as the key escalation point for critical performance, contractual and commercial issues.

• Work with the Aftermarket Program Management team to develop supplier aftermarket support agreement templates covering all customer requirements.

• Negotiate supplier contracts supporting Collins Power and Controls aftermarket objectives and Collins overall supply chain management strategy.

• Support MRO sites contractual needs when requested.

• Enforce all contractual obligations assuring supplier compliance and exercising rights to remedies.

• Manage adherence to import, export, and excise regulation as per compliance.

• Maintain the interaction between specific Value Streams and Functional stakeholders and the supply base.

• Act as a voting member of the Executive Sourcing Board and for New Product Introduction sourcing.

• Drive Entry into Service activities with select suppliers on new programs working closely with cross-functional teams on key deliverables.

• Manage elements of MRO make to buy transitions for Power & Controls sites in support of footprint optimization and/or product rationalization initiatives.

What You Will Learn

• Enhanced Strategic Planning, Project Management and Leadership skills.

• Augmented Data Analysis & Problem Solving skills.

• Enhance proficiency in data analysis and use tools to improve performance to the customer.

• Optimize Supplier Management skills.

• Enhance skills in supplier negotiation, performance assessment and management, and relationship building.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience.

• Ability to travel as required for the role - anticipated at 25% to include international travel.

• Supply Chain management, Operations and/or aftermarket experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement, or supply chain teams within the aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries.

• Experience in Contract management inclusive of drafting agreements, negotiating contracts and approval processes.

• Experience managing executive-level supplier relationships and resolving critical supplier performance, contractual, or commercial issues.

• Knowledge of aerospace aftermarket, MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul), or sustainment operations.

• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system experience

• CPM/CPIM education or experience

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• 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!  

Eligible for relocation.

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! 

Role type definition:

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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.  

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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