Supply Chain Contracts Professional, MV

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Job Description - Supply Chain Contracts Professional, MV-75 (336192)

Supply Chain Contracts Professional, MV-75. We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering, including the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) as part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort, the Bell 525 Relentless, and the High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program. This position is onsite at our Headquarters in Fort Worth, TX.

Supply Chain - Contracts (Across Multiple Levels).

• Evaluates new, current and existing suppliers for fit with strategic purchasing contracts, preparing and issuing requests for proposal (RFPs).
• Facilitates 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.
• Builds collaborative relationships with vendors and internally across Bell’s engineering, manufacturing, finance, and military program teams.
• Ensures compliance with all government contracting regulations and internal administrative requirements with all activities.

• Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier and Commodity Management, supplier relationships, Contracts, Supply Chain Management, project management.
• Analytical experience in a commodity.
• Supply chain management in new product development.
• Experience applying Six Sigma / Lean Principles / Tools.
• Proficient business acumen.
• Ability to deal well with ambiguity.
• Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills.

Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Technology/Management, Engineering, Finance, or Accounting. Related degrees with relevant experience will be considered. Minimum of 2 years  of general supply chain procurement experience. Professional experience with DOD / USG Procurement Contracts for military / defense industry strategic sourcing is preferred.

• 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
• 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.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Preference given to Veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces.

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.