Senior Manager – Engineering Software Strategic Sourcing (Hybrid)

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Date Posted : 2024-07-29

Country : United States of America

Location : UT6 : 4 Farm Springs 4 Farm Springs Road, Farmington, CT, 06032 USA

Position Role Type : Remote

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 following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team :

What You Will Learn

This role is responsible for integrating all aspects of Engineering Software (SW) functions into Enterprise Services (ES) Strategy and Transformation Initiatives through collaborating and partnering with suppliers, ES leaders, and functional service owners.

A key component of the role is to develop supplier capabilities, partnerships and category strategies for internal use requirements.

The ideal candidate will draw from past experience with various Engineering software technologies and can assist with translating this knowledge via contract negotiations and project management skills to lead the coordination, communication and integration of suppliers to support the achievement of technical, financial and performance objectives.

Specific responsibilities will include but not limited to :

Strategy Development & Negotiation : Build a strategy, lead and manage negotiations for Engineering Software (SW) contracts to ensure favorable terms and conditions.

Contract Review & Drafting : Review, draft, and revise a variety of contracts including software licenses and master agreements.

Collaboration : Work closely with internal stakeholders including partnership peers, legal, finance, and cyber to align contract terms with company objectives.

Vendor Management : Manage relationships with suppliers ensuring adherence to agreed terms and quality.

Risk Management : Identify and mitigate potential risks in contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Documentation : Maintain organized and accurate records of all contract negotiations, drafts and final agreements.

Market Analysis : Stay informed of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in software contracting.

Continuous Improvement : Recommend and implement process improvements in deal tracking and contract management.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Candidates for this role should possess a Bachelors Degree with an MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years Sourcing and Procurement Management with at least 5 years in Digital Preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• In-depth understanding of software licensing models for Engineering Software.
• Strong background in negotiating software / SaaS contracts.
• Ability to proactively identify and resolve problems efficiently.
• Understand and perform contract redlines.
• Business acumen to connect technical requirements and concerns to contract performance.
• A deep understanding of the end-to-end procurement process.
• Strong working skillset with Microsoft Suite of Products including Excel, Word and Teams.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management.
• Ability to develop effective presentations and documents used for leadership reviews.
• What We Offer : We offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work / life benefits;

career development and recognition programs.

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.

Minimum Program Qualifications

• 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.

The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 USD.

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.

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Remote working / work at home options are available for this role.