Business Process Optimization Process Architecture & Governance: Inventory and map existing process documents, and systems/tools.
Establish a clear business process hierarchy (targeting ~200 Level 3 processes) to form the foundation of a standardized business process hub/center.
Develop a roadmap of prioritization and drive execution leveraging the voice of the Collins stakeholders.
Maturity & Strategy Development: Define "CORE" key process maturity owners and set a comprehensive maturity strategy and execution plan for every process, including standardizing policies/procedures, work instructions, a single system of record, single KPI/data report structures, and training protocols.
Develop a Supply Chain CORE roadmap, drive implementation and execution and track progress.
Governance Model Optimization: Modify and integrate existing governance models (e.g., SCGC, SCTO councils) into a cohesive, combined governance structure to streamline decision-making across all Collins Supply Chain.
Documentation Rationalization: Lead initiatives to obsolete hundreds of legacy documents scattered across various Strategic Business Units (SBUs), ensuring a single source of truth for all supply chain operations.
Simplify the organization for SC employees to access the critical documentation.
Responsible to drive the Collins strategy for the Records Information Management (RIM) which is being deployed by RTX Corporate.
Training & Talent Development: Develop and implement a standard, role-based training plan for all supply chain resources.
Digital Transformation Strategy: Partner with Digital Technology (DT) teams to determine the strategy for Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration and the overall DT Enterprise Project Portfolio (EPP) plan for the supply chain function.
Project Execution & Strategic Initiatives Leadership Lead and provide governance over a portfolio of high-impact supply chain projects.
The Director will act as the primary execution lead for several key initiatives, including: Systems & Tools Implementation: Oversee the implementation of critical systems such as the Contingent Labor Request System (CLRS), Ariba CRE with Attribute Based Access Controls (ABAC), Transportation Management System (TMS) Phase 2, Docusign implementation, One Supplier Portal customization/ Business Network for Collins, Mismatch Tools, and the China Sourcing Directive (CSD) Ph4 Work Transfer initiatives.
Data & Compliance Projects: Drive automation workflows and process flows related to Tariff Tracking and Center establishment, Vendor Code De-duplication, Contracts Meta Database (CMDB) creation, and AI Customs Documentation Automation.
ERP & Digital Integration: Serve as the S4 Hana PST S2P SME lead, manage the SAP/Portal Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Handsfree P01 Implementation, and align the P01 Release Strategy.
Automation & Efficiency: Support the implementation of twelve new automated projects in SC for 2026. Work extensively with team peers in System and Tools and Data Analytics to drive excellence in the Enablement team. Lead Hands Free implementation / RFQ Automation, EDI implementation in SC, expansion of Winshuttle Push/Pull to P01, and the development of a Single Data Visualization Hub (PowerBI/Tableau/Dossier).

Requirements

Typically requires University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
10+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Business Process Optimization, or Operations within the Aerospace & Defense industry.
5+ years of experience managing direct reports and leading large, complex, cross-functional project teams.
5+ years experience in process mapping, Six Sigma/Lean methodologies, continuous improvement, change management, and enterprise system process implementations (SAP S4 Hana, Ariba, TMS systems).
A&D Experience: Ability to communicate with all levels of organization

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills

Business Process OptimizationProcess MappingSix SigmaLean MethodologiesChange ManagementEnterprise System Process ImplementationsSAP S4 HanaAribaTransportation Management SystemData Automation

Soft skills

LeadershipCommunicationProject ManagementStrategic PlanningCollaborationTraining DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementGovernanceDocumentation ManagementTalent Development