Procurement Manager (Remote - Puerto Rico)

Date Posted:

2026-09-03



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-PR-REMOTE



Position Role Type:

Remote

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement activities that drive operational excellence across our supply chain. In this role, you will lead sourcing and procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships and performance, negotiate commercial agreements, drive cost and risk reduction initiatives, and ensure procurement activities support quality, delivery, and business objectives. You will partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve complex supply chain challenges, improve operational performance, and ensure the availability of materials and services needed to support production and customer commitments.

As an individual contributor, you will serve as a key procurement leader and subject matter expert, providing strategic direction across sourcing, supplier management, procurement performance, and supply chain risk mitigation. This position requires advanced knowledge of procurement processes, supplier negotiations, ERP/MRP systems, contract management, and manufacturing operations.

This remote 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 and execute strategic procurement initiatives, including sourcing strategies, competitive bidding, RFP development, supplier selection, negotiations, and cost management.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that optimize cost, quality, delivery, supplier performance, and overall business value.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and performance, establishing accountability for quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and contractual requirements.
• Lead complex supplier negotiations and commercial activities, including pricing, terms and conditions, agreements, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Analyze supplier pricing, financial data, market conditions, demand trends, and procurement metrics to identify opportunities and support data-driven business decisions.
• Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier capacity constraints, shortages, delivery disruptions, and other issues that may impact production or customer commitments.
• Partner with Planning, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Program Management, and other stakeholders to resolve complex procurement and supply chain challenges.
• Lead supplier corrective actions and root cause analysis to address recurring quality, delivery, and performance issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Establish and monitor procurement and supplier performance metrics, develop recovery plans, and communicate business risks, trends, and opportunities to leadership.
• Support production readiness reviews, DMP management, audits, leadership reviews, and other strategic initiatives while traveling up to 10–15% as business needs require.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 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:

• Prior procurement or strategic sourcing experience in an aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with SAP, Agile, or other ERP/MRP and procurement systems.
• Experience with competitive bidding, supplier development, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management.
• Knowledge of Lean principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, FAR/DFAR regulations, and supplier compliance requirements.

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, an 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.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

*Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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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