Buyer (Hybrid)

Date Posted:2024-11-27Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HNC34: US107-Winston-Salem (Fairchild 1455 Fairchild Road , Winston-Salem, NC, 27105 USAPosition Role Type:HybridCollins Aerospace, a subsidiary of RTX, is a global leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the aerospace and defense industries. Within the Interiors Division, we specialize in creating innovative and safe interior solutions that keep passengers safe, comfortable, and connected throughout their journey.As a Buyer, you will be responsible for managing and strengthening relationships with a group of suppliers, ensuring that procurement activities run smoothly from order placement to product delivery. You will execute established processes and standards, contribute to achieving procurement goals, and drive continuous improvement efforts to optimize supplier performance. You will play a critical role in supporting our production line needs and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and maintain the flow of materials and supplies.This will be a hybrid role (combination of onsite and remote work) based in Winston-Salem, NC and will require weekly onsite presence (average 3-4 days per week).What You Will Do:• Supplier Management: Oversee a group of suppliers from part setup and order placement to delivery, ensuring that procurement processes are timely and efficient.• Order & Payment Support: Manage purchase orders and payments, ensuring that all procurement-related activities are executed smoothly and in compliance with internal standards.• Performance Metrics: Generate and track key performance metrics to monitor progress toward individual and departmental goals, identifying areas for improvement.• Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with suppliers, driving collaboration and continuous improvement activities to enhance supplier performance and reliability.• Trend Analysis & Risk Management: Use procurement tools to identify trends, potential supplier risks, and demand fluctuations. Work proactively to mitigate risks and resolve issues.• Shortage Management: Work closely with Planners and stakeholders to review and address critical shortages, collaborating with suppliers to improve delivery times and close gaps in supply.• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate the causes of overdue deliveries and lead efforts to implement permanent solutions that prevent recurrence.• Strategic Problem-Solving: Take the lead in identifying strategic solutions for ongoing challenges that prevent smooth order placement, ensuring operational efficiency.• Production Line Support: Provide purchasing support for production lines, ensuring materials are available and issues are resolved in a timely manner.• Leadership Projects: Contribute to various projects as directed by leadership, providing support and insights to drive procurement excellence.Qualifications You Must Have:• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience.• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position.Qualifications We Prefer:• Strong experience in procurement, purchasing, or supplier management, preferably within aerospace or manufacturing.• Working experience building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams.• Proficient in procurement tools and systems to track performance, analyze data, and manage supplier risks.What We Offer: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.At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?#reempowerprogramThis role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.Minimum Program QualificationsTo qualify for the Raytheon Technologies, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application• Have prior experience in functional area of interest• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time positionDiversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.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 illnessinsurance, 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!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.The salary range for this role is 64,000 USD - 128,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms