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Textron Supply Chain Procurement Professional in Piney Flats, Tennessee

Supply Chain Procurement 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 Procurement Specialist

Bring your experience and ideas and help us ensure timely delivery of supplies and materials.You’llbe the key interface for subcontract administration of major systems and complex components for aircraft production, product upgrade and new program development.You will work closely with Engineering, Quality and Operations to facilitate cost reduction initiatives that enhance the overall affordability and quality of our aircraft.This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and all organizations across Bell.

What you’ll be doing as a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

  • Appropriate materials from approved suppliers at best value to support customer requirements and production

  • Evaluate MRP, Master Schedule, Drawings and Purchase Requests

  • Initiate Purchase Orders to maintain minimum required and approved stocking levels

  • Ensure PO releases are in agreement with MRP/forecast requirements

  • Create justification to support purchasing decisions

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and disseminate appropriate level of information to the supplier and incorporate in the purchase order

  • Obtain appropriate purchase order approvals and notify supplier(s) of successful award(s) (spending authority for purchases of up to $50,000\

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  • Follow-up to ensure purchase requirements are met, ensure timely delivery, and resolve any open issues

  • Coordinate any challenges with suppliers and internal departments (i.e. Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, etc) to facilitate appropriate resolution

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Skills You Bring To this Role

  • Strong familiarity with Microsoft application suite, as well as ability to quickly navigate multiple computer software modules, such as SAP and Ariba and Visual.

  • Ability to prioritize work, strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a team player mindset.

  • A strong desire to work on issues pertaining to acquisitions, sourcing, negotiations, and cross functional teams.

  • Excellent communicator; must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, and brief leaders/customers.

What you need to be successful

  • We are looking for inquisitive and driven personnel who have a passion for aviation.

  • At least 3 years of work experience with strategic sourcing or commodity management and/or contract experience or financial analysis or cost analysis of commodity/raw materials or understanding of direct/indirect commodity pricing or business operations or aviation manufacturing experience.

  • BS/BA degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Finance, Accounting or similar.

  • In lieu of a degree, will consider a combination of education and 3 years of additional work experience related to the role or aviation manufacturing experience with at least a High School Diploma/GED.

  • Must be a U.S. Person.

What we offer you in return

  • 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 fitness center

  • Access to 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.

Preference given to Veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-Piney Flats
Job Function: Supply Chain
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 05/20/2024, 1:44:58 PM
Job Number: 323676

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