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:

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

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

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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.

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

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

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Oversee continuous improvement efforts to reduce waste and streamline processes.

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

Qualifications You Must Have:

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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

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

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

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Ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organization

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APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is highly desirable

Skills & Competencies:

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

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Understanding of MRP logic and best practices

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Leadership and team management capabilities

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Strategic thinking and operational execution

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Experience in data analysis and forecasting tools

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Ability to manage complexity in global supply chai