Supply Chain Contracts Senior Professional - Textron
Fort Worth, TX
About the Job
Supply Chain Contracts Senior Professional
Description
We're more than aviation experts, we're pioneers. We challenge what's possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you. Supply Chain Contracts Sr Professional
Bell has an opening in our Fort Worth, TX headquarters for an experienced Supply Chain Procurement Contracts Professional with USG Military/Defense Contracting experience to support a role in Bell's New Aircraft Product Development Programs.
In this role, you are responsible for establishing optimal long-term and high-dollar procurement contracts that enables the Supply Chain Organization and Programs to achieve its strategic objectives. This Contracting Professional works directly with the Integrated Products Team Lead and Program Team to identify and contract with the appropriate sources for new and existing aircraft subsystems. What you'll be doing as a SC Contracts Sr Professional
* Evaluating new, current and existing suppliers for fit with strategic purchasing contracts, preparing and issuing requests for proposal (RFPs).
* Facilitating the bid evaluation and down-selection process.
* Prepares negotiation strategies and conducts contract negotiations, employing cost scenario models, contracting strategy techniques, and negotiation support tools to advance the commodity's key supply chain objectives, and finalizes contract awards.
* Negotiates with the supply base to meet internal objectives.
* Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internally across Bell's engineering, manufacturing, finance, and military program teams.
* In all activities, the Contracting Specialist ensures compliance with all government contracting regulations and internal administrative requirements.
Qualifications
Skills You Bring To this Role
* Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier and Commodity Mgmt, supplier relationships, Contracts, Supply Chain Management, project management
* Supplier Development and total cost of ownership
* Analytical experience in a commodity
* Supply chain management in new product development experience
* Experience applying Six Sigma / Lean Principles / Tools.
* Preferred proficiency in SAP, CLM, ENOVIA, QlikView, PowerBI, or other similar software application.
* Strong business acumen.
* Ability to deal well with ambiguity.
* Strong negotiating skills.
* Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills.
What you need to be successful
* 4-Yr Degree Required
* At least 5 years relevant professional experience with DOD / USG Procurement Contracts for military / defense industry strategic sourcing OR in lieu: at least 5 years in negotiating manufacturing procurement contracts supporting New Product Development and /or Prototyping supplier and source selection. What we offer you in return
* You'll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
* 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
* 120 hours Vacation time
* 12-13 paid holidays per year
* 6 weeks parental leave
* Tuition reimbursement
* Competitive salary
* Comprehensive health insurance
* On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
* Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
* And so much more
It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let's make history together. _We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices and values._
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. , The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth
Job Function: Supply Chain
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Relocation: Unavailable
Job Posting: 01/11/2025, 4:33:09 AM
Job Number: 329758
Description
We're more than aviation experts, we're pioneers. We challenge what's possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you. Supply Chain Contracts Sr Professional
Bell has an opening in our Fort Worth, TX headquarters for an experienced Supply Chain Procurement Contracts Professional with USG Military/Defense Contracting experience to support a role in Bell's New Aircraft Product Development Programs.
In this role, you are responsible for establishing optimal long-term and high-dollar procurement contracts that enables the Supply Chain Organization and Programs to achieve its strategic objectives. This Contracting Professional works directly with the Integrated Products Team Lead and Program Team to identify and contract with the appropriate sources for new and existing aircraft subsystems. What you'll be doing as a SC Contracts Sr Professional
* Evaluating new, current and existing suppliers for fit with strategic purchasing contracts, preparing and issuing requests for proposal (RFPs).
* Facilitating the bid evaluation and down-selection process.
* Prepares negotiation strategies and conducts contract negotiations, employing cost scenario models, contracting strategy techniques, and negotiation support tools to advance the commodity's key supply chain objectives, and finalizes contract awards.
* Negotiates with the supply base to meet internal objectives.
* Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internally across Bell's engineering, manufacturing, finance, and military program teams.
* In all activities, the Contracting Specialist ensures compliance with all government contracting regulations and internal administrative requirements.
Qualifications
Skills You Bring To this Role
* Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier and Commodity Mgmt, supplier relationships, Contracts, Supply Chain Management, project management
* Supplier Development and total cost of ownership
* Analytical experience in a commodity
* Supply chain management in new product development experience
* Experience applying Six Sigma / Lean Principles / Tools.
* Preferred proficiency in SAP, CLM, ENOVIA, QlikView, PowerBI, or other similar software application.
* Strong business acumen.
* Ability to deal well with ambiguity.
* Strong negotiating skills.
* Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills.
What you need to be successful
* 4-Yr Degree Required
* At least 5 years relevant professional experience with DOD / USG Procurement Contracts for military / defense industry strategic sourcing OR in lieu: at least 5 years in negotiating manufacturing procurement contracts supporting New Product Development and /or Prototyping supplier and source selection. What we offer you in return
* You'll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
* 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
* 120 hours Vacation time
* 12-13 paid holidays per year
* 6 weeks parental leave
* Tuition reimbursement
* Competitive salary
* Comprehensive health insurance
* On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
* Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
* And so much more
It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let's make history together. _We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices and values._
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. , The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth
Job Function: Supply Chain
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Relocation: Unavailable
Job Posting: 01/11/2025, 4:33:09 AM
Job Number: 329758
Source : Textron