Date Posted: 2025-05-06 Country: United States of America Location: TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA Position Role Type: Onsite 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: None/Not Required At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. The Advanced Products and Solutions (APS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU) Team has a great opportunity for a Supplier Strategy and Performance (SSP) Lead in a highly collaborative role where you will have the opportunity to lead a team in the development of Supplier Strategy and Performance. What You Will Do: The SSP Associate Director is responsible for overseeing and driving Supplier Strategy and Performance. This role leads a team of Inter-Organizational buyers (IOT), delivery assurance, Agreement Lead and Supplier Performance Managers, Procurement Professionals and Business Analysts to ensure strategic alignment with the APS SBU Procurement Organization. The position is key to improving decision-making and driving business growth through optimized resource allocation and process efficiencies. Key responsibilities of this role and the SSP team have been broken down into the below areas: Inter-Organizational Transfers (IOT) Procurement Lead team of buyers that support internal factory deliverables Team heavily engaged and interacts with IPT including MPMs, Finance, SQ/SE and Production Control Ensures expected delivery and quality requirements as well as cost control SBU Strategic Proposal Leadership Ensure SBU proposals are prioritized and supported by the Centralized Proposal Team Program proposal strategy aligns to procurement business strategy Eliminates process gaps between proposal and purchase to prevent performance impacts Leads Procurement Operations including oversight of The APS SBU CORE Control Room Data management within the procurement team to ensure consistent standard work and business results, as needed Creates and publishes communications supporting Business Operations and Leadership Reviews Drives continuous improvement and efficiency within procurement organization by defining projects as needed to support goal achievement and predictable performance Manage progress of planned/in-work claw backs and support Procurement in various reviews Leads SBU Long Term Agreement strategies and implementation including: Identify opportunities for new agreements (Agreement Coverage) Ensure existing agreements are being utilized (Agreement Utilization) Monitor progress of planned/in-work Agreements and support Procurement in various reviews Monitor existing agreements to avoid agreements expiring and gaps in coverage Leads SBU Supplier Performance Management by Deploying Supplier Performance Manager to SBU Critical Suppliers Identify opportunities for new Supplier Engagement Plans Monitor progress of planned/in-work Supplier Engagement Plans and support Procurement in various reviews Ensures delivery assurance by supporting data integrity from PO placement through goods receipt Leads knowledge sharing/training for the APS SBU Support maintains planned delivery times (PDT) material master (MM) lead times. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a bachelor's and a minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 years' experience. Leadership experience managing people/teams. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Qualifications We Prefer: Master's degree in a related field Experience in Supply Chain (experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, and Supplier Performance Management). Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills, including multi-tasking and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, follow up and attention to details. Adaptable to multiple requests, daily changes and still deliver on commitments. Data-driven with demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems and strong proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Must be able to work independently while still functioning well in a team environment. Able to communicate effectively with senior management, peers, and colleagues cross-functionally. People management experience including strong interpersonal and leadership skills: meeting facilitation, skill sharing and training, organization, conflict management, change agent, manage relationships. Experience and track record of executive stakeholder management. SAP experience Demonstrated knowledge / compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS) What We Offer What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Learn More & Apply Now! RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA. The salary range for this role is 147,000 USD - 295,000 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 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms