Launchpad: Entry-Level Procurement & Supply Chain

Textron Inc.; Piney Flats (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Textron Inc. invites applications for an entry-level Supply Chain Procurement Associate in Johnson City, TN. You will support materials delivery, work with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and other teams to drive cost reductions and improve supplier performance.

The role emphasizes learning procurement systems (SAP, Ariba) and daily use of MS Office tools while growing through mentorship and development opportunities in a dynamic aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field required.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience
• Ability to travel up to 10% per year or as business needs dictate.
• Strong familiarity with the Microsoft Office application suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple computer software modules, such as SAP, Ariba, and other enterprise systems.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a team‑player mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute standard purchasing procedures within assigned commodities and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Support purchase order management activities, including order placement, changes, tracking, and adherence to competitive pricing and contractual terms.
• Assist with inventory analysis and provide input to the negotiation and administration of long‑term agreements.
• Maintain and manage open‑order reports, ensuring accurate visibility of status for all assigned suppliers.
• Help maintain comprehensive and current subcontracts that adhere to program requirements, obligations, and compliance standards.
• Obtain and furnish supplier data to cross-functional teams to support program execution and decision‑making.
• Integrate with cross functional departments through robust communication to gain essential understanding of the business and supplier performance.
• Learn and utilize procurement systems and tools such as SAP, Ariba, and the Microsoft Office suite to perform daily responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Textron Inc. invites applications for an entry-level Supply Chain Procurement Associate in Johnson City, TN. You will support materials delivery, work with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and other teams to drive cost reductions and improve supplier performance.

The role emphasizes learning procurement systems (SAP, Ariba) and daily use of MS Office tools while growing through mentorship and development opportunities in a dynamic aerospace environment.