Supply Chain Buyer
About the role
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- 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
Responsibilities
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
Requirements
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
Qualifications
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.
We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Skills
Flexible Work Schedules
Educational Assistance
Career Development & Training Opportunities
Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
Paid Parental Leave
Benefits
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.