Principal Procurement Specialist (Onsite - Puerto Rico)

Date Posted:

2026-07-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-PR-SANTA ISABEL-B1 ~ Felicia Industrial Park - St B1 ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking a highly experienced Principal Procurement Specialist to lead strategic indirect procurement initiatives supporting non-product goods and services across our operations. As a Principal Procurement Specialist, you will drive procurement strategies, oversee complex sourcing activities, lead RFP processes, perform cost analyses, and manage supplier relationships to ensure the organization secures the most competitive and reliable solutions. You'll collaborate across Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, and Global Indirect Procurement teams to execute strategic initiatives, optimize MRO procurement activities, and deliver measurable business value.

In this individual contributor role, you will serve as a trusted procurement expert, influencing cross-functional stakeholders, leading supplier negotiations, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring procurement activities comply with RTX policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Your mission: to develop strategic sourcing solutions, strengthen supplier performance, improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure timely delivery of indirect goods and services that support business objectives.

Join us in driving innovation and excellence in aerospace procurement!

This onsite position is based at our Santa Isabel, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

What You Will Do:

• Lead procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and operational plans for non-product (indirect) goods and services.
• Develop and manage complex RFPs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and cost analyses to achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
• Utilize SAP ERP to create and manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, goods receipts, and procurement transactions while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage sourcing activities through Ariba/SRM procurement platforms, supporting supplier onboarding, sourcing events, contract execution, and procurement workflows.
• Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, pricing, and spending patterns to support strategic procurement decisions.
• Develop purchasing reports, dashboards, KPIs, and data-driven insights using Power BI and other reporting tools.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers, alternative products, and emerging industry trends.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to forecast purchasing requirements and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Support contract negotiations through financial analysis, benchmarking, and total cost comparisons.
• Manage supplier relationships to improve performance, resolve procurement issues, and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Support the three-way matching process by executing goods receipts, resolving invoice discrepancies, and ensuring procurement compliance.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience using SAP ERP for procurement, purchasing, and materials management activities.
• Proficiency with Ariba and/or SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) procurement platforms.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and quality management requirements.
• Experience leading cross-functional procurement initiatives and supplier performance improvement programs.
• Advanced negotiation and strategic sourcing experience.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and manage complex procurement projects with minimal supervision.
• Experience identifying cost savings and continuous improvement opportunities within indirect procurement.

What We Offer:

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
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions
• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!​

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

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. 

Collins Aerospace, a 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.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

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

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!

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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