Electronics Components Sourcing Subject Matter Expert (SME)

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Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-CHARLOTTE-W Tyvola Rd TYVOLA

Position Role Type:

Remote

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None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX the world largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

RTX Corporation is seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Director Electronics Components Sourcing Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead and manage overarching strategies for electronic components sourcing. This role will be instrumental in developing and executing comprehensive commodity strategies to establish and maintain a robust supply base ensuring the capabilities capacity and performance required to support RTXs significant growth over the next five years. The position focuses on achieving multiyear pipeline cost savings through productivity improvements and implementing supply assurance strategies that address the rapidly evolving market dynamics of microelectronics.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronics components sourcing extensive knowledge of the defense industry and expertise in managing global semiconductor markets. Success in this role will require collaboration across RTX business units programmatic teams and functional staff to drive scalable sourcing strategies and ensure security of supply with key manufacturers and distribution partners.

What You Will Do:

• Create and implement comprehensive commodity strategies for electronic components to support RTXs growth objectives.
• Optimize productivity by leveraging business unit spend and driving enterprise-wide economies of scale.
• Establish robust supply assurance strategies to mitigate risks and maintain continuity of supply in a dynamic market environment.
• Foster strategic relationships with key component manufacturers and distribution partners to ensure security of supply and support long-term business goals.
• Collaborate with suppliers to align capabilities capacity and performance with RTX objectives and compliance requirements.
• Partner with RTX programmatic and functional staff across business units to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals and program needs.
• Facilitate communication and alignment between RTX business units to develop cohesive enterprise-wide sourcing plans.
• Monitor and analyze rapid changes in the microelectronics market to identify emerging trends risks and opportunities.
• Leverage market insights to inform decision-making and strategy development for electronic components sourcing.
• Ensure adherence to FAR/DFAR regulations and other compliance requirements for defense contractors.
• Oversee the development and negotiation of agreements that align with defense industry standards and RTX policies.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 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
• Proven experience in developing and executing electronics commodity strategies with a focus on the global semiconductor market.
• Understanding of defense industry regulations including FAR/DFAR compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in supplier negotiations agreement documentation and contract management.
• In-depth knowledge of electronic products and go-to-market strategies.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Advanced degree in Business Engineering or a related discipline.
• Prior experience in the global semiconductor market with knowledge of market trends and dynamics.; Familiarity with supply chain risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Experience working in a highly matrixed organization with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple business units.
• Leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities to identify and address sourcing challenges.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment with competing priorities.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 157200 USD - 298800 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 candidates 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 companys 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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