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Supply Chain Contracts Senior Professional

Textron


Job Location:

Fort Worth, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 26 August 2026 (10 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Supply Chain

Job Summary

Were more than aviation experts were pioneers. We challenge whats 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 youll 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 commoditys 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 Bells 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 preferred

Experience 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

Strong negotiating skills

Excellent writing presentation and communication skills

What you need to be successful

Bachelors 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

Youll 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

Its time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission and lets 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.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


About Company

Your day demands everything you have. Every capability in your tool kit should work as hard as you do. When everything’s on the line, Textron Systems is with you. Because the right technologies and the right support are powerful. Groundbreaking thinking across domains, with your succe ... View more

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