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 Bells High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold tilt-rotor.

Strategic Sourcing

Bell has an opening in our Fort Worth, TX headquarters for a Manager of Strategic Sourcing. In this role, you are directly responsible for Supply Chain Management (SCM) sourcing efforts connected for the development and execution of SCM support strategies to help execute the FLRAA (Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft) Program. The Manager will lead a team in the development and execution of sourcing strategies throughout the phases of FLRAA Program timelines and act as the primary communicator in providing support to all levels of direct and interdependent stakeholders. This role will have direct reports.

What you’ll be doing as a Manager of Strategic Sourcing

• Manage all SCM efforts for all phases of the V-280 Program.
• Lead procurement activity and act as a liaison between SCM and the FLRAA Program to drive communication and execution.
• Establish and lead sourcing strategy, quality, delivery, and cost performance within the supply base.
• Develop and implement supplier roadmaps, capacity analysis, and strategic initiatives to support small business objectives and major sales campaigns.
• Initiate and execute long-term agreements with suppliers while identifying and implementing strategies for cost out opportunities.
• Develop overall short and long-term supply chain strategies within Program phases and timeline.
• Develop work assignments and execution of AOP objectives for team while cultivating and growing talent within team. Define and manage resources as business needs arise.
• Establish and communicate high level SCM objectives and approach, coordinate contracting execution and implementation of specific procurement strategies, establish priorities, assign workloads, coordinate with support functions (legal, subcontract eval, finance, etc.), interpret and review contract provisions for accuracy and revisions, work cooperatively and jointly with stakeholders to provide quality, seamless customer service.
• Responsible for compliance and adherence with stated policies and procedures to maintain a certified procurement system under the FAR. EAR and ITAR compliance must be maintained with volume of FMS and international (offset) market opportunities.
• Work closely with SCM Operation Teams at various locations to ensure purchase orders (PO) are aligned with demand and issued within lead time to support on time delivery of parts.

Skills You Bring To this Role

• Substantial contract experience with the DoD acquisition process and military sustainment in the aerospace industry.
• Strong analytical /forecasting /modeling skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functionally.
• Proficient knowledge in Supply Chain Operational Tactics, Strategies as well as systems related to purchase order transactions and contracts/subcontracts administration.

What you need to be successful

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or related business or technical degree.
• 10 years of strategic sourcing and supply chain related professional experience with direct experience performing key procurement activities including:
• Commodity strategy development.
• Contract writing & administration.
• Supplier negotiation.
• Purchase order placement.
• Order management.
• Previous leadership skills in coaching, developing, and mentoring a team to obtaining success and meeting required company goals.

Preferred

• Master’s degree (MBA or MS/MA)
• Experience in applying Six Sigma/Lean Principal Tools.

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.

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