Procurement & Material Specialist

Date Posted: 2026-09-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-MN-BURNSVILLE-MEMS ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ MEMS BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.  Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.  The Procurement & Material Specialist will work in Procurement and will support a manufacturing area from a procurement perspective. This position will lead Plan for Every Part events, approve and review Change Orders. As well as monitor inventory levels and review disposal reports. This position also reviews Short to Lead Time requests. This position also works a lot in SAP does BOM reviews, and the mismatch tool amongst other SAP transactions.  What You Will Do:   Maintain a stretch relationship between production planning/manufacturing/MPS Planning/procurement and any other organization/group to anticipate potential material constraints preventing production flow.  Responsible for meeting the Manufacturing Flow Inhibitor goal set by the procurement organization for the site.  Maintain a number of reports to allow management to monitor performance and take actions and make decisions based on the data set.  Monthly disposition of excess inventory after the information is reviewed and shared with program management and manufacturing for concurrence.  Monitor material that is quarantined and work to accelerate disposition of rejected material.  Develop an excellent network across all sites within the Collins organization.  Develop strategies to help improve the performance of not only the procurement organization, but the overall site.   Lead Plan for Every Part events with cross functional team. Qualifications You Must Have:   A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience Qualifications We Prefer:   Knowledge working with SAP Experience working with Bill of Material (BOM) Ability to use MS Excel for data analysis and reporting Ability to resolve challenges related to material shortages Experience presenting to leadership and working with cross functional teams 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 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!  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, a 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.   Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.   At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. A