Supply Chain Buyer

Textron • Slidell, LA

22h

About The Position

In this role, you will be responsible for purchasing materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. You will study market trends, interview vendors and recommend sources of supply. You will solicit and analyze quotations required to satisfy all the requirements of the authorizing source documentation. You will monitor outstanding orders to ensure timely deliveries of quality products to maintain production, following up on orders to expedite shipment and delivery as needed. You will negotiate for any adjustments resulting from price analysis, discrepant materials, surplus or obsolete materials, contract terminations or a purchase order cancellation. You will obtain certifications of delivery and conduct item delivery validation. You will check and approve payment of invoices. You will develop and maintain necessary records and files for compliance purposes. You will support preparation of proposal cost data.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or a related field.
• 3+ years of purchasing or related procurement experience required
• 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

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need
• Study market trends, interview vendors and recommend 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 approve payment of invoices
• Develop and maintain necessary records and files for compliance purposes
• Support preparation of proposal cost data

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level