Date Posted:
2025-12-22Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USAPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.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:
None/Not RequiredPratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
Pratt & Whitney is seeking an energetic self-starter to join its Military Engines (ME) Support Equipment (SE) Procurement Team as a Buyer. This Buyer will work in a dynamic, fast paced environment with Pratt & Whitney’s supply base as well as internal cross functional teams. The Buyer will follow procurement process, standards, and operational plans, and send out RFPs, negotiate with Suppliers and issue Purchase Orders. The Buyer will part of a team of procurement professionals who gets things done and are committed to supporting the War Fighter. Ability to adapt and manage changing requirements is a must. Buyer to have a passion for accuracy and responsiveness to our customers and supply base.
What You Will Do
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Executes processes, standards, and operational plans in support of Procurement goals, including RFPs, negotiations, cost accountability, and / or program execution.
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Manage Statement of Work (SOW) agreements, Standard and Service Purchase Orders as well as negotiate pricing, contractual terms, and lead time. Also control costs and perform price analysis
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Manage vendor relationships and performance and maintain accuracy of purchasing documents and data. Also, build and maintain strong relationships with our suppliers and a focus on supplier development
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Troubleshoot issues within SAP with key stakeholders (Fleet Management/Customer Accounts/Buyers/Delivery Assurance/Quality). Also, utilize data to strategically award Purchase Orders
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Consistently and effectively communicate requirements and changes to Suppliers, Customers and cross functional teams as well as lead and support Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE) activities such as standard work
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Work closely with internal organizations such as Quality, SE Fleet Management, Delivery Assurance, Contracts, and Program as well as ensure compliance with applicable Procurement Manual Regulations, Requirements, and P&W policies. Maintain accuracy of purchasing documents and data and also control costs and perform price analysis
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Manage vendor relationships and performance as well as manage and support delivery schedule to customers. Ensure compliance with applicable Procurement Manual Regulations, Requirements, and P&W policies as well as support process improvements
Qualifications You Must Have
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Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience
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Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PPT, Word)
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U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
*Qualifications We Prefer*
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SAP Proficiency
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Ability to work independently and in a team setting
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Analytical thinking
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Strong communication skills
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Knowledge of FARS/DFARS
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Ability to adapt and manage changing rapidly changing requirements and problem solve
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Prior procurement experience
Learn More & Apply Now!
What is my role type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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