Supply Chain Contracts Senior Professional

Job Description - Supply Chain Contracts Senior Professional (344503) Supply Chain Contracts Senior Professional (Job Number: 344503) 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. In this role, you are responsible for establishing optimal long-term and high-dollar procurement contracts that enable 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 fit with strategic purchasing contracts, preparing and issuing requests for proposals (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. Skills You Bring To this Role Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier and Commodity Management, Supplier Relationships, Contracts, Supply Chain Management, and/ or Project Management Supplier Development and total cost of ownership Analytical experience in a commodity Supply chain management in new product development experience preferredExperience 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 Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills What you need to be successful Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Technology/Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting or related degree. At least 5 years relevant professional experience in Supply Chain Management or Procurement Experience with DOD / USG Procurement Contracts for military / defense industry strategic sourcing OR negotiating procurement contracts supporting 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 Competitive salary On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups 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, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. ITAR and / or EAR Statement - SELECT ALL 3 values to add full statement to job posting This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). 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. Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cessna Aircraft Company