Senior Manager, Supply Chain Management - Work Transfers (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-01-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Work Transfer Manager to support our Safety, Cargo & Lighting business within our Interiors division. This role will lead complex supplier work transfer initiatives across a global supply base and operate in a highly collaborative, matrixed environment.

This position is remote, with a strong preference for candidates located in the Central or Eastern time zones due to regular engagement with direct reports and cross-functional partners in Europe and India. This position may expect up to 25% travel.

What You Will Do

• Lead and execute supplier work transfer initiatives (make vs. buy, supplier-to-supplier, and strategic sourcing transfers) across global regions, ensuring continuity of supply, cost, quality, and delivery.
• Support and drive procurement strategies aligned with Oxygen and Lighting business objectives within the Interiors portfolio.
• Executes processes, standards, and operational plans in support of procurement goals, including RFQs, negotiations, cost accountability and/or program execution.
• Approves and qualifies vendors to fulfill account needs; responds to client issues or problems.
• Analyzes and reviews price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to provide input on reasonable prices.
• Prepares and reviews request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.
• Analyzes and monitors contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Responsible for all aspects of the relationship with a specific supplier within a commodity.
• Directs and manages all schedules, and purchase orders for the client account or the product family.
• Ensures product is delivered on time, meets quality standards, and at the right cost.
• May perform delivery assurance responsibilities for critical parts.
• Participate in C.O.R.E./Continuous Improvement events and activities such as Value Stream Mapping or Kaizen Events.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or a Master’s Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years prior relevant experience is required.
• Project management certification or 5 years prior proven experience leading a project management function or team
• Experience with Supply Chain processes and supplier interface
• Understanding of contract structures, business terms and conditions.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Proven experience of strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Experience with MS Office applications and strong communication skills
• MRP/ERP systems experience
• Must be willing and able to travel 25% of the time.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with strategic sourcing and developing and implementing supplier strategies
• Experience with Work transfers (Supplier transfers, make vs buy decisions, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and motivate global teams of at least 5–6, providing coaching and reskilling support aligned with organizational goals
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and in an organized manner, with strong customer service focus.
• Previous experience with SAP
• Technical background in production environments
• Aerospace industry experience
• Six Sigma or CORE certification

What We Offer

Benefits

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!​

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team? 

Role Type Definition:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

 *Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. 

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.  

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.  

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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