Principal Specialist, Supply Chain Management

RTX RTX · Aerospace · tucson, AZ +1 · Supply Chain

This role focuses on the digital transformation of supply chain operations, architecting and maintaining digital infrastructure using tools like VBA, SQL, and SAP. The Principal Logistics Specialist will lead automation efforts, improve data visibility, resolve data discrepancies, and contribute to KPIs through automated dashboards and predictive models. The role involves owning the software development lifecycle for logistics projects and applying Lean/Six Sigma principles.

What you'd actually do

  1. Act as the technical Subject Matter Expert for logistics data structures. You will architect solutions that bridge the gap between SAP/HANA back-ends and end-user tools using SQL and VBA.
  2. Design and deploy advanced automation tools, macros, and custom applications (VBA, Python, Power Apps) to eliminate manual "dock-to-stock" data entry and improve real-time visibility.
  3. Resolve complex cross-functional challenges by investigating data discrepancies within SAP tables and writing optimized SQL scripts to extract actionable insights.
  4. Lead "Digital Kaizen" events, using software enhancements to achieve Lean/Six Sigma goals. Deliver robust reports backed by automated data validation.
  5. Contribute to departmental KPIs by developing automated dashboards and predictive models that track operational health.
  6. Own the software development lifecycle for logistics projects, from requirements gathering with stakeholders to final deployment and maintenance.

Skills

Required

  • VBA for Excel/Access
  • SQL Server
  • SAP
  • Alteryx
  • Snowflake
  • SAP Scripting
  • Python
  • Lean/Six Sigma principles

Nice to have

  • Aerospace & Defense experience
  • highly regulated manufacturing environments
  • Green/ Black Belt in Six Sigma
  • PMP
  • APICS (CSCP/CLTD) certifications
  • Power BI/Tableau
  • SAP Ariba integration
  • RTX CORE
  • translate complex technical requirements into business value

What the JD emphasized

  • U.S. citizenship is required
  • at least 5 years of experience (or 3 years with an advanced degree)
  • Experience in VBA for Excel/Access, including API integrations, class modules, and UI design to automate complex logistics workflows.
  • Experience in SQL Server, including writing complex queries, joins, and stored procedures.
  • Experience with Alteryx, Snowflake, or SAP Scripting to manage and transform large-scale supply chain datasets.
  • Experience in creating scalable, documented, and maintainable code within a STEM-focused environment, such as: SQL, Python, and/or VBA.
  • Experience applying Lean/Six Sigma principles to digital workflows (e.g., reducing "digital waste").