2027 Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Textron•Augusta, GA

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About The Position

This role involves maintaining supplier relationships, supporting cost reduction efforts, and assisting in supplier selection and management. The specialist will also work with materials and quality teams to resolve supplier issues, source materials for new product launches, and manage supplier transitions. Project management using problem-solving techniques, factory data, and lean manufacturing concepts is also a key part of the role. The company fosters a culture of respect, dignity, and inclusion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required
0-2 years of experience required

Responsibilities

Maintain supplier relationships for assigned groups and act as primary point of contact for all communications.
Support efforts to identify and implement supplier cost reductions.
Assist in the selection and management of new and current suppliers.
Support materials and quality teams to address supplier delivery and quality issues.
Source materials for new product launches and product model changes.
Support the supplier transition process by allocating work from an external supplier to in house production or vice versa, as needed.
Coordinate request for quote packages with supply base to ensure premium pricing for materials.
Manage materials projects by using problem solving techniques, data from factory information system, and lean manufacturing concepts.
Contribute to a culture of respect, dignity, and inclusion, where everyone feels heard and understood, empowered, and valued.