Principal Specialist, Procurement

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Principal Specialist in Procurement handling material readiness and supply chain operations at Collins Aerospace. Collaborating across engineering, operations, and program teams in a hybrid role.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeWindsor Locks • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Acts as the primary liaison for the material and supply organization, partnering with program, operations, engineering, and planning teams to guide and align supply chain processes
Reviews and manages a high volume and variety of materials, supplies, and services in support of program requirements
Evaluates bids and recommends suppliers and components aligned to program objectives, ensuring award execution through order completion
Coordinates supply chain activities at Richardson site to maintain BOM health, part readiness, supplier alignment, and material availability
Partners with procurement teams to prioritize material shortages, supplier constraints, and high-risk issues impacting production
Provides regular reporting to Operations leadership on supply chain performance, material readiness, supplier risks, and mitigation plans
Analyzes complex supply chain challenges, applying sound judgment to develop solutions aligned with established policies and organizational objectives
Plans and executes assigned work independently, establishing priorities and managing activities to meet program timelines and deliverables
Serves as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with senior personnel on cross-functional supply chain initiatives
Utilizes ERP systems and standard supply chain processes to manage procurement execution and drive material outcomes across assigned commodities and programs
This role requires up to 10% travel, generally involving short trips a few days at a time, up to twice per month

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Experience in supply chain, procurement, or program operations support, with exposure to supplier management, material planning, and cross-functional coordination
Experience utilizing SAP or similar ERP systems in a supply chain or procurement environment
Experience supporting material readiness, supplier coordination, or Bill of Material (BOM) management
Demonstrated ability to manage detailed work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders across all levels of the organization
Experience coordinating supply chain activities across multiple sites or organizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

supply chain managementprocurementmaterial planningsupplier managementBill of Material (BOM) managementreportingproblem solvingcross-functional coordinationorder executionmaterial readiness

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationprioritizationindependent workjudgmentstakeholder engagementtime managementdetail-orientedadaptabilityleadership