Procurement Manager (Gerente de Compras) (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace is seeking a seasoned Procurement Manager who will lead a procurement team through our dynamic procurement processes, standards, and operational strategies. As a Procurement Manager, you will set objectives and guide others on RFPs, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, and/or program execution. You will reviews prices, manufacturing processes, and contracts and make recommendations for changes to ensure a successful procurement process. 

What You Will Do:  

• Manages execution of processes, standards, and operational plans in support of Procurement strategy, including RFPs, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, and/or program execution.  

• Directs programs for effective vendor selection and management with a view to minimize purchasing costs without compromising quality or reliability of supply.  

• Reviews changes in price trends and manufacturing processes and makes recommendations to ensure successful procurement process.  

• Manages resolution of client issues or problems.  

• Monitors and coordinates suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries to ensure resolution of problems such as shortages and missed or late deliveries.  

• Authorizes purchase orders, negotiates prices and approves payments to support the procurement process in large territories.  

• Reviews and assesses request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.  

• Analyzes and monitors contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to help determine need for changes.  

 
Qualifications You Must Have:  

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience  

• Prior experience in supply chain, operations, procurement or related field.  

• Prior experience utilizing SAP  
• Advanced English proficiency with the ability to communicate fluently and professionally in both spoken and written English.

Qualifications We Prefer:   

• Familiarity with FAR and DFAR regulations.  

• Demonstrated negotiation skills and ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.  

• Experience with procurement lifecycle from quote to delivery.  

• Understanding of compliance regulations, import/export rules, and government procurement procedures.  

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or government contracting sectors.  

Learn More & Apply Now!​

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

Role Type Definitions:

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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. 

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.