Avionics Product Cost Manager (Hybrid)

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 ~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 121

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 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 Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's 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. We are seeking a product cost manager who will be responsible for tracking, and driving key Avionics Supply Chain cost management initiatives and contract coverage (PAC) objectives.  This requires close collaboration with the central commodity teams, internal stakeholders, finance, and other supporting functions to understand the overall cost and PAC project plans and to help identify opportunities to meet our supply chain objectives  This role will also support strategic supply chain initiatives within the Avionics Strategic Business Unit (SBU), including special sourcing activities, expiring contract deep‑dive analysis, and SBU specific long‑term agreement projects.  It is essential to have strong supply chain experience, the ability to analyze data, drive accountability, and communicate the gaps to key stakeholders and leadership. This is a hybrid role in Cedar Rapids, IA, typically working 2-4 days onsite. This role may be eligible for relocation. Travel Required: 15% What You Will Do Collaborate with central commodity teams to drive cost reduction goals aligned with overall commodity and business unit strategies and achieve cost objectives Analyze, identify, and communicate risk and opportunities to long term agreement goals, including expiring contracts Team with supply chain to understand and track direct supply chain savings and PAC for the Avionics business unit. Prepare and present metric status and performance for Supply Chain leadership. Drive recovery plans for cost and PAC with commodity teams Collaborates with Collins organizations (i.e. contracts, procurement, quality, value stream, etc.) execute Supply Chain strategies Manage several projects at one time, strong project management skills Ability to dive into the detail and be hands on to bridge gaps where the teams need assistance Qualifications You Must Have  Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience  Qualifications We Prefer Experience in Supply Chain Experience with cost out initiatives Experience utilizing an MRP or ERP system such as SAP or Oracle Ability to read engineering drawings Strong Analytical skills (Excel, Access database, SAP, PowerPoint) technical or manufacturing aptitude Experience with negotiations Additional Skills We Value Demonstrated ability to achieve results through influence in a cross functional engagement Ability to remain self-driven and highly motivated in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision Ability to clearly communicate to different levels of leadership What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes:    Medical, dental, and vision insurance   Three