• Supply Chain Contracts Specialist

    Textron (Fort Worth, TX)


    Supply Chain Contracts Specialist

    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\.

     

    We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell V\-280, part of the US Army's Future Vertical Lift \(FVL\) modernization effort\. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, Bell's Autonomous Pod Transport \(APT\), and Bell's High\-Speed Vertical Take\-Off and Landing \(HSVTOL\) program, a next generation stop\-fold aircraft\.

     

    This position is onsite in Fort Worth , Texas\.

     

    Supply Chain Contract Specialist

     

    Bell has an opening 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 Supply Chain Contract Specialist:

    Primary activities include evaluating current and existing suppliers for fit with strategic purchasing contracts, preparing, and issuing requests for proposal \(RFPs\), and facilitating the bid evaluation and down\-selection process\.

     

    Mentors and guides peers on the procurement 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\.

     

    Manages complex, high dollar procurements and cost\-based contracts, terms and conditions, FAR 12 & 15 contracts\.

     

    Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internally across Bell's engineering, manufacturing, finance, and military program teams\.

     

    In all activities, the Supply Chain Contracts Specialist ensures compliance with all government contracting regulations and internal administrative requirements\.

    Qualifications

    Skills You Bring to This Role:

    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\.

     

    Strong business acumen\.

     

    Ability to deal well with ambiguity\.

     

    Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills\.

    What you need to be successful:

    Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Technology/Management, Engineering, Finance, or Accounting\.

     

    At least 10 years' experience of financial analysis, cost analysis of commodity, commodity management, strategic sourcing, supplier relations, supplier development, cost contracting, and total cost of ownership\.

     

    Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier and Commodity Management, supplier relationships, Contracts, Supply Chain Management, project management

     

    Strong negotiating skills\.

     

    Expertise in Microsoft Excel, preferred proficiency in SAP, CLM, ENOVIA, QlikView, PowerBI, or other similar software applications\.

    What we offer you in return:

    You'll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule80 hours of Personal Time Off \(PTO\)120 hours Vacation time12\-13 paid holidays per year6 weeks parental leaveTuition reimbursementCompetitive salaryComprehensive health insuranceOn\-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselorAccess to more than 11 Employee Resource GroupsAnd 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, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex \(including pregnancy and sexual orientation\), 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:** Standard

    **Shift:** First Shift

    **Travel:** Yes, 5 % of the Time

    **Relocation:** Unavailable

    **Job Posting:** 05/20/2025, 2:40:31 PM

    **Job Number:** 332026