We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and to certify a commercial helicopter. We were aboard NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. And today, we’re defining the future of on demand mobility.

This position will provide advanced sourcing of materials from approved suppliers at the best value to support production, sales, and engineering requirements, as well as advanced knowledge supporting Bell kitting projects for procurement and planning activities, and training and support for new team members.

What you’ll be doing as a Supply Chain Procurement Sr Professional

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

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

• Create justification to support purchasing decisions

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

• 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

• Support CPR/BPR requirements and ensure appropriate certification and documentation accompany repaired parts and components

• Work closely with Purchasing Expeditor to ensure timely material deliveries

• Coordinate all repairs and warranties

• Prepare additional support packages as required for purchases of over $250,000

• Input BOM parts into Visual ERP System

• Ensure PO releases agree with MRP/forecast requirements

• Responsible for Bell Legacy Spares Procurement

• Responsible for purchasing for (2) geographically disperse locations, controlling costs and optimizing purchases for specified commodities

• Identify and develop sources, create purchase orders, and coordinate timely delivery

• Evaluate MRP and Purchase Requests.

• Aid with Maintaining Approved Supplier List, and obtaining Annual Supplier Certification and PIEAs

• Aid with company credit card monthly reconciliation

• Aid with company travel arrangements, for coworkers within our facility

• Provide support to Suppliers, that inquire about payment details

• Purchase consumable supplies for our facility

• Arrangement transportation arrangements, between our location and the Suppliers location(s)

Skills you bring to this role

• Excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills

• MRP experience

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Extensive knowledge of ERP systems

• Visual Enterprise and aerospace parts knowledge

What you need to be successful

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or other field related to job duties

• 6 years of experience related to Supply Chain job duties

Physical Requirements

• Office environment, sitting, standing, bending for varied periods of time

• Shop floor/Maintenance area/warehousing/storage areas

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

• 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.

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.