• Lead supplier contract negotiations from initial quotation through final approval and signature. • Coordinate negotiation team engagement with Contracts, Legal, Program Office and Value Stream to obtain requisite approvals for contract awards through a gated passport process. • Maintain contracts and ensure accurate pricing in SAP and flow down contract elements to the tactical procurement organization for order placement. • Achieve commodity cost reduction goals through negotiated cost reduction and/or coordinate teaming with supplier and Engineering on technical change cost solutions. • Develop and maintain supplier and part family specific sourcing strategies in support of future proposals and sourcing decisions. • Collaborate with Engineering Technology Managers, Advanced Programs and New Product Introduction teams to proactively engage in the emerging technological landscape and support various advanced sourcing initiatives. • Support RTX-level coordination meetings aimed at developing and maintaining sourcing strategies and relationships with key suppliers which will be leveraged to positively impact business results. • Maintain alignment with the Mechanical Systems, Engineered Items, Nacelles (MSEN) and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Procurement organizations to provide support and escalation path on tactical procurement issues when assistance is requested.

• Partner closely with internal Business Owners to facilitate sourcing events and cost analyses, ensuring they obtain the best quality and value for the products and services they need. • Assist with the development, implementation, and optimization of electronic procurement tools and AI-driven solutions to maximize operational efficiency. • Partner with Business Owners to lead vendor negotiations and identify cost-saving opportunities, acting as a strategic advisor to ensure we achieve the best value for every dollar spent. • Perform first-pass reviews and light, playbook-based redlines on standard agreements (e.g., SOWs, Order Forms) to accelerate the approval process for the business. • Act as the central hub for contract intake, ensuring Business Owners provide necessary documentation while efficiently routing agreements to Legal, IT Security, and Finance for final review. • Assist Business Owners with vendor setup and onboarding, collaborating across departments to transmit the information necessary to get vendors up and running. • Act as the primary point of contact for the business, providing clear, proactive, and timely updates on contract status from intake to execution. • Maintain the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) database and central purchase trackers (Google Sheets) to ensure the business has accurate data on renewals and spending. • Assist in creating user-friendly visual aids and process flowcharts to help stakeholders understand and move through the procurement process more efficiently.

Why Join Our Team? At Vallen, we embrace what makes us unique. We thrive on the diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to Vallen’s success. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive company that values the growth of our associates. When you join Vallen, you become part of our winning team. Our vast network of connections is here to help you transform your job into a career. Vallen is an industry leader in delivering flexible supply chain solutions while creating value for our customers, our supply partners, and our associates. Benefits at Vallen - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Single, Employee + Spouse or Children, and Family Coverage - 401(k) with discretionary company match of $0.50 on the $1.00 up to 6% of pay (U.S. positions only) - Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents - Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits and Parental Leave (and any leave required under federal, state, and local laws) - Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Days): 80–160 hours of vacation time based on seniority, accrued monthly and prorated from date of hire. 40–56 hours of sick time per year based on seniority and advanced upon hire. - Paid Time Off (Holidays): 8 scheduled holidays plus 2 floating holidays - Employee Assistance Program - Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building - Tuition Reimbursement Program - Employee Referral Program - Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement (based on position) - Employee discounts through BenefitHub - Advancement opportunities - Vallen complies with all minimum wage laws - We accept applications on an ongoing basis Position Summary: As a Sr. Procurement Analyst at Vallen, you will play a key role in the development and execution of Vallen's Enterprise Direct Sourcing Strategy, aligned with organizational goals and profitability targets. This newly formed function is central to supporting the Category Management and Pricing teams, ensuring a unified and strategic approach to supplier cost management across the organization. You will be responsible for driving enterprise-wide cost savings through proactive sourcing initiatives and reactive cost management, providing negotiation support and analytics to enhance profitability and strengthen Vallen's competitive position in the market. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: - Enterprise Sourcing Strategy: Drive annual procurement events in partnership with Category Management, focused on reducing total cost of ownership. - Reactive Cost Management: Analyze annual and tariff related supplier cost changes to ensure validity and alignment with market and commodity trends. Provide data driven recommendations and negotiation strategies to challenge or mitigate unjustified cost increases. - Proactive Procurement Activities: Provide negotiation support for Category Reviews by managing RFP processes and delivering supplier intelligence to guide strategic decision-making. Analyze spend data and supplier performance to identify proactive sourcing and negotiation opportunities. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Category Management and Pricing to align sourcing strategies with overall business objectives. - Analytics & Reporting: Lead analytical support for proactive and reactive procurement initiatives by delivering actionable insights through data analysis, market research, and financial modeling. Contribute to the development of standardized sourcing processes, tools, and reporting to track performance, cost savings, supplier compliance, and other key KPIs. - Other duties assigned by manager. Job Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field. • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with the ability to interpret large complex data sets; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Excel proficiency (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, formulas) required. • Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders through clear, data-backed recommendations and teamwork. • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a proactive, process-improvement mindset. • Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic enterprise environment. Preferred Attributes: • 2–4 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or a related analytical function. • Experience using SQL and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus. • International sourcing or understanding of global trade dynamics (tariffs, duties, etc.) • Familiarity with industrial distribution, manufacturing, or wholesale environments. Work Environment: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.): The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Physical Demands: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.): While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. #LI-GS1 Stay up to date with Vallen, and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. Equal Opportunity Employer - Ethnically and Culturally Diverse/Females/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

About AppDirect Become a digital, global citizen and enable the new generation of digital entrepreneurs around the world. AppDirect offers a subscription commerce platform to sell any product, through any channel, on any device — as a service. We power millions of subscriptions worldwide for organizations. We do this by our values-driven culture—one that enables you to Be Seen, Be Yourself, and Do Your Best Work. About Firstbase, an AppDirect Subsidiary Firstbase helps companies equip their teams with everything they need to do great work—from computers and furniture to company swag and perks. We give businesses the ability to instantly support employees with the right physical goods, and give employees the flexibility to choose what works for their unique needs. Firstbase is part of AppDirect, a subscription commerce platform that powers millions of subscriptions worldwide for organizations selling any product, through any channel, on any device—as a service. About You You are a detail-oriented and proactive operations professional with a strong background in procurement, order management, and vendor coordination. You thrive in fast-paced environments and bring an analytical mindset to every challenge—from troubleshooting order issues to optimizing fulfillment processes. You’ll report to the OSM Lead with a high degree of day-to-day ownership: we trust you to manage your workflows, prioritize what matters, and deliver results independently. You’ll collaborate closely with Firstbase’s Ops, Customer Success, CX, Product, and Sales teams to ensure seamless execution across the order lifecycle. You’re comfortable working with tools like JIRA, Slack, and Retool, and you’re always looking for ways to improve processes and drive efficiency. With 2+ years of experience in operations, procurement, or supply chain management, you understand the importance of meeting service level objectives and you’re energized by proactively flagging risks before they become problems. 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What We're Looking For - 2+ years of experience in operations, procurement, supply chain management, or a related field. - Hands-on experience placing orders, managing lead times, and coordinating with vendors, OEMs, distributors, or resellers. - Proficiency with operational tools such as JIRA, Slack, and Retool (or similar platforms). - Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a focus on process efficiency and problem-solving. - Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field (preferred). - Clear written and verbal communication skills, needed to align internal stakeholders and external vendor partners across a fully remote, global team. - Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach, essential for juggling multiple priorities, responding to shifting order demands, and resolving recurring issues before they reach customers. 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