Associate Director, Procurement (Remote)

About the position 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. The Mission Systems Procurement team enables the timely supply of quality materials to our factories. This position will lead Procurement teams supporting Operation sites in Iowa, Puerto Rico, Colorado and California. Ideally the role will be based out of Cedar Rapids, IA or Colorado Springs, CO. Consideration to work remotely will be given to highly qualified candidates. Travel to Operations sites as well as supplier sites will be expected 20% of time, or monthly.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple decentralized Procurement departments overseeing $65M in annual spend and approximately 500 suppliers.
• Establish and execute strategies to drive improved supply chain performance (OTD, PPM), control costs (APP savings, PPV), and ensure compliance with FAR and DFAR regulations.
• Serve as a valued member of site operations leadership, VSL, commodity management, and finance groups across the business.
• Coach and develop talent within the team.
• Own operations of all phases of Procurement for client accounts or product families in accordance with financial goals and technical strategy.
• Develop strategy for effective vendor selection and management to minimize purchasing costs without compromising quality.
• Develop sourcing and procurement operational goals, anticipating changes in price trends and manufacturing processes.
• Direct the resolution of client issues or problems.
• Approve and qualify larger and more complex vendors to fulfill account needs.
• Direct processes and strategy for complex request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.
• Manage all schedules and purchase orders for the client account or product family.
• Ensure product is delivered on time, meets quality standards, and at the right cost.
• Facilitate development and standard work of direct and subcontract procurement teams.

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.

Nice-to-haves

• SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed organization.
• Prior communication experience with cross functional teams.
• Ability to build strong internal networks and relationships.

Benefits

• 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.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages including 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.

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