Subcontract Specialist

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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.

This position will lead subcontract and procurement processes, RFPs/RFQs, negotiations, and price/cost analysis. It will also ensure top-notch customer satisfaction by handling inquiries and optimizing purchasing activities for goods and services in our organization’s best interest. This position is primarily responsible for sourcing, negotiating, awarding, documenting and managing suppliers for both material and service-based requirements.

This role will manage subcontracts and/or purchase orders with suppliers and maintain strong relationships. Collaborate across Operations, Supplier Quality and Engineering for streamlined procurement and delivery assurance. Manage the reporting of subcontractors’ performance utilizing the QDI tool, Critical Supplier List or other report formats, as required. Perform/Support the financial and administrative tasks of assigned Subcontracts to ensure subcontractors are meeting their contractual obligations, including but not limited to ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and public laws. Verify funding availability, handle invoice approval and processing; identify and resolve billing issues. Maintain all files and records as required by Company and Customer policy requirements. Contribute to and support process improvements related to Program and Functional processes.

This 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. 

This location is being offered in Pasadena, CA and or Aurora, CO.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• Issue/manage FAR/DFAR compliant subcontracts and modifications throughout program life cycle.
• Manage the procurement for all material from purchase request through on time delivery and acceptance and ensuring proper date alignment with manufacturing schedule.
• Coordinates the necessary activities within the Supply Chain team and wider business by mean of direct collaboration, to ensure successful fulfilment of the manufacturing plan.
• Drives actions to improve on time delivery to customer.
• Evaluate supplier quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers and negotiate to achieve outlined budgets
• Align supplier schedules with facility needs and obtain schedule and delivery confirmations from suppliers to mitigate delivery risks. Drive resolution of problems related to shortages, missed or late deliveries.
• Assess and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality products are received according to schedule.
• Collaborate with Quality to ensure supplier material meets specifications and contractual requirements.
• Support strategic projects in support of facility/company goals.
• Timely resolve and manage supplier payment and invoice issues.
• Being comfortable with technology and systems, work to maintain data integrity of the inventory management systems and logistics databases in support of Program requirements.
• Ensure compliance for suppliers and all procurement to policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of two (2) years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field.
• 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 position
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Preferred Qualifications:

• University Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or Inventory/Resource Management related program (or equivalent work experience)
• Strong computer skills in the Microsoft suite of programs with emphasis on Excel
• Knowledge of inventory management processes and philosophies, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Just in Time (JIT). SAP PRISM/APEX/Fieldglass experience would be considered an asset
• Continuous Improvement process experience
• Able to communicate and present precise information to internal/external customers and leadership
• Self-directed and action-oriented with the ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to work in a team environment and work effectively with all levels of internal and external customers
• Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints
• Must be able to obtain Raytheon Subcontract Manger Level 4 Certification within one year.

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the first class benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

Additional Information:

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

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.

The salary range for this role is 70,000 USD - 142,000 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.

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