Principal Specialist, Global Strategic Sourcing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Formulate a strategic approach for a commodity and supply base.

• Partner with various business units to implement Supply Chain strategies.

• Take ownership and responsibility for working with multiple strategic suppliers.

• Assess and choose supplier alignments based on pricing competitiveness, capabilities, quality, and reliability (TCO).

• Examine data and information to establish fair pricing.

• Negotiate and finalize long-term agreements with the supply base that align with the commodity strategy and the needs of internal stakeholders.

• Oversee the sourcing process from RFQ to contract signing.

• Operate with minimal oversight from leadership.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, each varying in complexity.

• Effectively convey the status of commodities or projects to leadership.

• Identify and seek out VA/VE opportunities through collaboration with internal stakeholders.

• Spearhead change management or work transfer initiatives aimed at cost savings or improved alignment with the supply base.

• Influence and support Collins' strategic initiatives and change management projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Generally requires a University Degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with at least 3 years of experience, or alternatively, 9 years of relevant experience without a degree.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Supply Chain practices and Commodity Management.

• Experience with Connectors or Harness Assembly.

• Strong analytical skills (Excel, Access database, SAP).

🏝️ Benefits

• Parental (including paternal) leave

• Flexible work schedules

• Achievement awards

• Educational assistance

• Child/adult backup care