Strategic Sourcing Agent
About The Position
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you'll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members - now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success. Description Join a team where precision meets performance. We are hiring immediately a full\-time Strategic Sourcing Agent in our Integrated Supply Chain \(ISC\) division. What you'll be doing: In this role, you can expect to lead impactful supplier negotiations, drive cost\-saving strategies, and shape long\-term sourcing agreements that support Textron Aviation's business goals. You'll collaborate across teams, analyze financials, and ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations. If you're ready to influence supply chain decisions and build strategic partnerships, this is your opportunity. Your responsibilities may include \(but are not limited to\):
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience required
- In lieu of degree, there is a minimum of 9 years' experience in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing or other related fields.
Nice To Haves
- Aviation Supply Chain contracts experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Supply Chain Strategy: Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies aligned with company and departmental objectives
- Contract Negotiation & Management: Lead supplier negotiations, draft and administer long\-term agreements, including Pricing Agreements \(PAs\) and Master Purchasing Agreements \(MPAs\), and secure optimal pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
- Financial Analysis & Cost Optimization: Evaluate contract financials, perform cost comparisons, and apply pricing formulas to identify and implement savings opportunities
- Compliance & Documentation: Ensure contracts, amendments, SOW changes, and extensions, meet public law, company policies, and import/export regulations while maintaining accurate documentation and retention of records
- Supplier Engagement: Drive strategic supplier relationships through re\-negotiations and performance\-based agreements that support business goals
- Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Provide informal guidance to peers, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable sourcing environment
Benefits
- 401K company match additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
- Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
- Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
- Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning
- Free financial consultations and guidance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
