About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, we have pioneered advancements in engine development, supporting cargo and equipment, transportation, wildfire suppression, and passenger travel.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes and ranked #1 in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. Our headquarters are also listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. These accolades reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, Canada, and worldwide.

Why join our team?

Pratt & Whitney Canada offers a dynamic opportunity where the NPI team will help to introduce exciting new products and make a significant impact on the future of our engines. In NPI we:

• Play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our projects by managing the sourcing process and coordinating with our suppliers, maximizing supplier involvement in concurrent engineering.
• Showcase our negotiation skills and strategic thinking by driving the negotiations to closure.
• Play a key role within Integrated Project Teams where we are entrusted with the initial procurement and industrialization of assigned components.

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, with flexible hours, and is performed exclusively on-site.

What does the team do?

• Work with global suppliers in supply chain to source, commercialize, procure, and industrialize new high technology products.
• Be involved in the entire new product introduction process, from concept to production.
• Collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, aftermarket, and operation teams where you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and learn from others in different areas of the business.
• Identify and on-board new suppliers, including negotiation of long-term agreements, terms and conditions, and pricing agreements for new production awards.
• Act as the voice of the supplier at every step of development to ensure we bring to market a product that is producible, sustainable, with the right quality, at a competitive price, and on time.
• Deliver efficient and sustainable new engine products to meet the ambitious 2050 Canada net-zero emission targets for Aviation Climate Action Plan set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Management of Business Unit: Accountable for budget, staffing/NPI buyer workload, and business unit operational results; employee talent development and skillsets; act as a mentor for the team; team compliance to corporate procedures.
• Source Selection: Select suppliers for new components. This involves understanding technical requirements, identifying suitable suppliers, and initiating the procurement process. We are involved in evaluation of potential suppliers based on factors such as quality, cost, reliability, and capability to meet program requirements.
• Negotiation and Contract Closure: Drive negotiations to closure, ensuring that all parties are satisfied with the final agreements. Negotiations include but are not limited to the product pricing, non-recurring costs, development schedule, repair and overhaul agreements, tooling, and terms & conditions.
• Project Management within Cross-functional Teams: Work closely with internal stakeholders such as project and core engineering, aftermarket support, operation program management, and production supply chain professionals to ensure alignment across different departments and facilitate a smooth execution of new product introductions from concept to delivery.
• Cost Optimization Mindset: Identify opportunities for cost reduction through value engineering (Design to Cost) or alternative sourcing. Work on optimizing manufacturing processes (Design for Manufacturing) to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Product Knowledge: Understand component design functionality, bill of materials, the manufacturing process of detailed parts, and required quality standards.
• Procurement Assurance of Delivery: Drive suppliers to promise date upcoming development and production hardware deliveries. Get line of balance and work-in-progress reports from suppliers and accurately share status to internal stakeholders.
• Product Industrialization: Engage suppliers for delivery of zero non-conformance quality and produceable products for an eventual flawless transition to the production supply chain professionals. Make sure suppliers have secured proper capacity, operational processes, and infrastructure for on-time delivery through supplier health assessments.

What do you need to be successful?

• Bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of experience, or Master's degree with at least 7 years of experience in supply chain management or any related field.
• Being an influential leader that can guide procurement decisions through strategic thinking and contribute to the company's growth and success.
• Have a strong understanding of business principles, including finance, marketing, and strategy to analyze cost structures, assess market dynamics.
• Can develop procurement strategies that optimize supplier relationships, mitigate risks, and drive new innovative processes in new product introductions that align with organizational goals.
• Experience working with engineers and manufacturing resources for prototype parts procurement, pilot activities and production launch of new products.
• Expert in negotiation techniques and tactics to secure favorable terms, pricing, and contractual agreements with suppliers, contributing to cost savings and performance improvements.
• Proficient in data analysis and interpretation. You can analyze supplier performance metrics, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize procurement processes and supplier relationships.
• Embrace new technologies, methodologies, and practices in procurement to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and drive continuous improvement within the organization.
• Navigate international supply chains, understand cultural nuances, and establish strategic partnerships with suppliers worldwide.
• Enjoy building relationships with employees and key stakeholders that will facilitate collaboration, negotiation, and problem-solving throughout the procurement process.
• Comfortable to communicate complex information clearly and concisely to various audiences, including executives, cross-functional teams and employees.
• Embrace challenges and are motivated to learn new processes.
• You bring 'out of the box' ideas and share with the team and recommend solutions to solve problems.
• Focus on operational results in the most effective and efficient manner while complying to P&WC internal requirements and processes.
• Very good English language proficiency, written and oral, is required for this position considering the operational needs of the employer and the people with whom the [candidate] will be called upon to interact.

This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?