Associate Supply Chain Buyer

Textron•Wilmington, MA

About The Position

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems. This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make! About This Role In this role, you will be responsible for: Purchase materials from supplies at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need Study market trends, interview vendors and recommends sources of supply Solicit and analyze quotations required to satisfy all the requirements of the authorizing source documentation Monitor outstanding orders to ensure timely deliveries of quality products to maintain production, following up on orders to expedite shipment and delivery as needed Negotiate for any adjustments resulting from price analysis, discrepant materials, surplus or obsolete materials, contract terminations or a purchase order cancellation Obtain certifications of delivery and conduct item delivery validation. Check and improve payment of invoices Develop and maintain necessary records and files for compliance purposes. Support preparation of proposal cost data

Requirements

Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or a related field.
Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities efficiently
Effective verbal and written communications skills
Basic Microsoft Office application skills with emphasis in MS Excel

Nice To Haves

knowledgeable in weld process, mechanical custom fab.

Responsibilities

Purchase materials from supplies at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need
Study market trends, interview vendors and recommends sources of supply
Solicit and analyze quotations required to satisfy all the requirements of the authorizing source documentation
Monitor outstanding orders to ensure timely deliveries of quality products to maintain production, following up on orders to expedite shipment and delivery as needed
Negotiate for any adjustments resulting from price analysis, discrepant materials, surplus or obsolete materials, contract terminations or a purchase order cancellation
Obtain certifications of delivery and conduct item delivery validation
Check and improve payment of invoices
Develop and maintain necessary records and files for compliance purposes
Support preparation of proposal cost data