Outsourcing / Vendor Strategy Manager (Onsite)

What You Will Do

• Build and execute a long‑term outsourcing strategy for MCSS, including development of 1, 5, and 10‑year roadmaps.
• Establish guidelines for preferred vendors and define optimal Blue Badge versus Outsourced/Yellow Badge workforce mix to support program scalability.
• Implement a structured vendor evaluation, selection, and onboarding process aligned with RTX and P&W best practices.
• Identify and expand global vendor capabilities while serving as the primary point of contact for non‑technical/SOW vendor communication.
• Standardize SOW language, expectations, and deliverables in collaboration with the Business Team, ensuring consistency across MCSS.
• Develop standard work for vendor engagement, onboarding, deliverable reviews, and ongoing performance management.
• Establish a cadence for vendor engagement, including onsite/offsite interactions and exploration of MCSS vendor conferences.
• Partner with RTX and P&W Global Outsourcing Teams to ensure alignment with enterprise outsourcing initiatives and compliance with security and digital workforce control requirements.
• Evaluate and implement secure workforce connection models (KCF, EVDI, dedicated devices) and collaborate with DXC to enhance vendor access support processes.
• Develop and maintain vendor performance dashboards covering quality, delivery, and responsiveness; enforce standards through monthly metrics and MFA oversight.
• Identify and mitigate outsourcing risks related to critical responsibilities and ensure compliance with RTX contingent workforce, export controls, data protection, and cybersecurity policies.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 8+ years of experience in outsourcing strategy, vendor management, supply chain leadership, or related domains.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to build multi‑year outsourcing strategies and manage vendor relationships at scale.
• Experience working within highly regulated environments, preferably aerospace or defense.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholder groups.
• Outstanding communication, relationship‑building, and vendor negotiation skills.