Director of Materials Management Optimization

Date Posted:

2026-09-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

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.

The Director of Materials Management Optimization will report to the VP of SIOP & Material Management at Collins and serve as a key leader responsible for driving alignment, standardization, optimize enterprise governance, and execution of materials planning and inventory management across all Strategic Business Units (SBUs). This role will lead transformation initiatives designed to improve supply reliability, reduce cost, strengthening the integration of demand, supply, capacity, and inventory planning across the enterprise. The director will partner closely with SIOP SBU leaders and cross-functional peers to identify opportunities, optimize end-to-end processes, and deliver measurable improvements in service levels, inventory performance, and working capital.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the enterprise-wide materials optimization strategy, focusing on standardizing planning processes, improving inventory accuracy, and increasing efficiency in material flow across all SBUs.

• Work with SIOP SBU leads to identify gaps, assess performance, and deploy best practices that elevate the maturity of materials management.

• Drive transformation initiatives to build a best-in-class SIOP organization, ensuring consistent adoption of standardized planning processes, advanced analytics, and disciplined execution across all SBUs.

• Establish governance, policies, and frameworks that ensure consistent execution of materials planning and inventory management.

• Partner with key functions—including Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, and Engineering—to ensure alignment and seamless execution of materials strategies.

• Oversee continuous improvement efforts to reduce waste and streamline processes.

• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on performance, progress, risks, and opportunities.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience  

• 10+ years of progressive experience in materials management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

• Proven expertise in MRP systems and ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, JD Edwards)

• Ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organization

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is highly desirable

Skills & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. MBA or Master’s preferred

• Understanding of MRP logic and best practices

• Leadership and team management capabilities

• Strategic thinking and operational execution

• Experience in data analysis and forecasting tools

• Ability to manage complexity in global supply chains

What We Offer:

 Medical, dental, and vision insurance  

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• 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 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, andreimbursement 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 and Apply Now:

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.  

*This 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

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 186,200 USD - 353,800 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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