Strategic Sourcing Agent
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 youre ready to influence supply chain decisions and build strategic partnerships, this is your opportunity. Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
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
What you need to be successful:
Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience required
o In lieu of degree, there is a minimum of 9 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing or other related fields.
- Aviation Supply Chain contracts experience preferred
Qualifications
Why join us?
Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one.
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
Explore more benefits here
At Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range. This provides you with opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location.
Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome you to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. You could be our next great fit!
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
Kansas Tax Credit:
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Supply Chain
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 11/19/2025, 3:52:52 PM
Job Number: 336242
