**2025 Entry Level \- Supply Chain \- Amarillo, TX** **Description** We're more than aviation experts, we're pioneers\. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems, we challenge what's possible\. Today, we are shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering and top\-notch innovation\. Elevate your career and become a flight fanatic with us\. **Day in the Life of a Supply Chain Procurement Associate:** We are looking for curious, adaptable, and self\-driven individuals with a passion to innovate\. Bring your experience and ideas to help us ensure the growth of our company by supporting the manufacturing and creation of our aircraft\. No matter where you are in the company you are critical to the success of Bell\. The Supply Chain Procurement Associate is responsible for executing standard purchasing procedures within an assigned commodity or supplier\(s\) to ensure the timely delivery of supplies and materials\. The successful candidate will be the key interface for subcontract administration of major systems and complex components for aircraft production, product upgrade and new program development\. As a Supply Chain Procurement Associate at Bell, you can expect to be… * Responsible for executing standard purchasing procedures within an assigned commodity or supplier\(s\) to ensure the timely delivery of supplies and materials\. * Responsible for negotiations, supplier data, cost break downs, and cross functional work with many departments such as strategic supply chain, quality, engineering, and manufacturing\. * Have responsibilities that include but are not limited to, purchase order management, competitive pricing adherence, inventory analysis, and provide input to the negotiation of long\-term agreements\. * Utilize discretionary latitude within approved purchasing procedures and compliance for all contractual obligations regarding Bell Helicopter and the Supplier\. * Maintain comprehensive and current subcontracts that adhere to program requirements and obligations\. * Responsible for Interaction and communication with various internal customers\. * Obtain and furnish supplier data to other functional disciplines and SCM / IPT \(Integrated Product Team\) management\. * Maintain and manage an open order report for each supplier\. **Qualifications** **What You Will Need to be Successful** * A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management is required * 0\-2 years of relevant experience **What Will Make You Stand Out** * Previous work experience at a large manufacturing, military, or aerospace company\. * A strong desire to work on a cross functional team and issues pertaining to acquisitions, sourcing, negotiations\. * Strong familiarity with Microsoft application suite\. * A positive\-can do attitude\. * Ability to travel up to 25% a year or as business needs dictate\. **Perks of Joining the Team** * Relaxed Dress Code \(“Dress For Your Day” policy\) * Every other Friday or every Friday off, depending on your work location and team * 120 hours of Vacation additional Personal Time Off * Tuition reimbursement of up to $10K each year * Relocation Assistance \(mileage requirement\) * Continuous training and advancement opportunities _It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation\. Go beyond the impossible and join the Flight Club\._ **Recruiting Timeline:** Applications for this position will be accepted through November 15, 2024\. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs\. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit\. **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\. **Recruiting Company:** Bell Textron Inc. **Primary Location:** US-Texas-Amarillo **Job Function:** Supply Chain **Schedule:** Full-time **Job Level:** Individual Contributor **Job Type:** Entry Job **Shift:** First Shift **Relocation:** Available **Job Posting:** 01/07/2025, 12:21:46 PM **Job Number:** 326711