Pratt & Whitney
Purchasing Associate – 1st Shift (Onsite)
Pratt & Whitney, Grand Prairie, Texas, United States, 75051
Overview
Date Posted: 2025-10-09
Country: United States of America
Location: PW133: Arlington 1177 Great Southwest Pkwy, Grand Prairie, TX, 75050 USA
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.
Security Clearance: None/Not Required
Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
What You Will Do Dallas Airfoil Repair Operations (DARO) is looking for a Purchasing Associate to support our aero-engine component refurbishment facility in Grand Prairie, TX. The Purchasing Associate will support the DARO team onsite. The candidate must demonstrate a solid understanding of the Pratt & Whitney business and supply chain requirements and play a key role in interfacing with the internal and external customers to lead, coordinate, and implement procurement activities. This individual plays a key role in the organization as the focal point responsible for all procurement aspects associated with assigned suppliers.
Responsibilities
Responsible for purchase order placement, delivery assurance and other procurement-related activities.
Build and maintain relationships with select suppliers that support our facility.
Directs and manages all schedules, and purchase orders with supply base.
Ensures the product is delivered on time, meets quality standards, and at the right cost.
Carries out processes and standards in support of Procurement, including RFQs, negotiations, cost accountability, program execution.
Prepare purchase orders and payment approvals to ensure the procurement process goes smoothly.
Responds to client inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations to ensure customer satisfaction.
Contacts suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries to ensure resolution of problems such as shortages and missed or late deliveries.
Compiles records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories, analyzes data and ensures account needs are met.
Monitors contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
And other related duties as needed per direction from leadership.
Approaches work with a “can-do” attitude and a sense of commitment to both the team and customer objectives.
This position is for 1st shift (5×8).
Qualifications You Must Have
HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience purchasing/buying experience, preferably in a manufacturing production environment.
Qualifications We Prefer
Associate degree/bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain or related field
Strong knowledge of supply chain management, including inventory management, procurement, manufacturing resources planning (MRP), demand planning, and capacity management to get the right materials to the right place, at the right time.
Understanding of CORE operating system and process improvement tools (e.g. standard work, value stream management, passport process, quality clinic process charts, relentless root cause analysis, 5S).
Understanding of manufacturing methods, special processes, blueprints and quality requirements.
Apply insights to supply chain functions, including but not limited to strategic sourcing, new product introduction, continuous improvement, quality management and issue resolution, etc.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, vision benefits
Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays
401-K with company match
Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts
Learn More and Apply Now!
What is my role type? In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is onsite.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
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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Country: United States of America
Location: PW133: Arlington 1177 Great Southwest Pkwy, Grand Prairie, TX, 75050 USA
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.
Security Clearance: None/Not Required
Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
What You Will Do Dallas Airfoil Repair Operations (DARO) is looking for a Purchasing Associate to support our aero-engine component refurbishment facility in Grand Prairie, TX. The Purchasing Associate will support the DARO team onsite. The candidate must demonstrate a solid understanding of the Pratt & Whitney business and supply chain requirements and play a key role in interfacing with the internal and external customers to lead, coordinate, and implement procurement activities. This individual plays a key role in the organization as the focal point responsible for all procurement aspects associated with assigned suppliers.
Responsibilities
Responsible for purchase order placement, delivery assurance and other procurement-related activities.
Build and maintain relationships with select suppliers that support our facility.
Directs and manages all schedules, and purchase orders with supply base.
Ensures the product is delivered on time, meets quality standards, and at the right cost.
Carries out processes and standards in support of Procurement, including RFQs, negotiations, cost accountability, program execution.
Prepare purchase orders and payment approvals to ensure the procurement process goes smoothly.
Responds to client inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations to ensure customer satisfaction.
Contacts suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries to ensure resolution of problems such as shortages and missed or late deliveries.
Compiles records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories, analyzes data and ensures account needs are met.
Monitors contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
And other related duties as needed per direction from leadership.
Approaches work with a “can-do” attitude and a sense of commitment to both the team and customer objectives.
This position is for 1st shift (5×8).
Qualifications You Must Have
HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience purchasing/buying experience, preferably in a manufacturing production environment.
Qualifications We Prefer
Associate degree/bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain or related field
Strong knowledge of supply chain management, including inventory management, procurement, manufacturing resources planning (MRP), demand planning, and capacity management to get the right materials to the right place, at the right time.
Understanding of CORE operating system and process improvement tools (e.g. standard work, value stream management, passport process, quality clinic process charts, relentless root cause analysis, 5S).
Understanding of manufacturing methods, special processes, blueprints and quality requirements.
Apply insights to supply chain functions, including but not limited to strategic sourcing, new product introduction, continuous improvement, quality management and issue resolution, etc.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, vision benefits
Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays
401-K with company match
Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts
Learn More and Apply Now!
What is my role type? In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is onsite.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
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.
Privacy Policy and Terms: This description does not include external links in the final version.
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