Director of Network Partnerships at RTX managing telecommunications infrastructure solutions and supplier negotiations, emphasizing contract management and performance optimization within a hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities
Identify opportunities and support optimization efforts
Build a supplier strategy, lead and manage negotiations for all contracts to ensure favorable terms and conditions to achieve technical, financial and performance objectives for RTX
Experience with various forms of software licensing, whether it is subscriptions, perpetual, re-mix practices to achieve best-in-class pricing methodologies
Review and incorporate supplier landscape alternatives.
Identify supplier risks and overall health to develop executive level analysis & presentations
Review, draft, and revise a variety of contracts, amendments, orders and EULAs
Lead a team and work closely with internal stakeholders including partnership peers, legal, finance, cyber, and global trade to align contract terms with RTX objectives and values
Manage relationship with suppliers ensuring adherence to agreed terms, quality, and opportunity development
Establish supplier engagement plans and enforce overall governance within portfolios
Develop and manage an integrated master schedule of engagements, renewals, RFXs, etc.
Identify and mitigate potential risks in contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Supports the investigation, negotiation and favorable resolution of disputes with suppliers
Maintain organized and accurate records of all contract negotiations, drafts and final agreements
Track & enhance infrastructure and software projects at regular intervals with focus on savings, synergies across the Business Units, efficiency and speed
Manage and track all current supplier contracts, orders and SOWs, to ensure they do not expire and have a plan in place to renew or exit
Stay informed of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in network services and engineering software landscape
Requirements
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
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Procurement and negotiation expertise: Extensive experience in negotiating complex hardware and software contracts, deep understanding of software licensing models, and end-to-end procurement processes to drive cost savings and performance improvements.
Technical and infrastructure knowledge: Strong understanding of infrastructure capabilities, including virtualization, software-defined, and converged solutions, with the ability to align technical requirements with contract performance.
Analytical and strategic problem-solving: Proven ability to analyze financial data, budgets, and program performance, and develop strategies and business cases to improve outcomes, while efficiently resolving problems.
Communication and relationship management: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a track record of delivering results through collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Prior experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy or transformation roles.
Benefits
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
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