Supply Chain Contracts Senior Professional

Supply Chain Contracts Senior ProfessionalDescriptionWe’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.Advanced Programs/Innovation - FLRAABell 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.

QualificationsSkills 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, negotiation skills and ability to deal with ambiguity

Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills.

What you need to be successful+BS/BA in Supply Chain Mgmt., Business Administration, Industrial Technology/Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting

Additional relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

At least 5 years relevant professional experience with DOD / USG Procurement Contracts for military / defense industry strategic sourcing; 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 StatementTextron 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.Job: Supply ChainPrimary Location: US-Texas-Fort WorthRecruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.Schedule: Full-timeJob Level: Individual ContributorShift: First ShiftReq ID: 318225