Procurement Associate — Entry Level with Mentorship

Textron; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron is seeking an entry-level Assoc Procurement Specialist in Cartersville, GA to support material planning, supplier coordination, and purchase orders in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will analyze demand, place orders, and monitor performance while gaining exposure across functions with mentorship and development opportunities.

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and 0-2 years of experience are required; familiarity with SAP and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field required.
• 0-2 years of experience required.
• SAP and Microsoft Office knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze raw material demand for purchase and on-time delivery in an MRP environment to ensure accuracy and adherence to the established schedule and to identify potential improvements.
• Place purchase orders and expedite materials to meet weekly production plans.
• Implement and document comprehensive plans for all part number changes or usage changes.
• Analyze domestic and international shipping forecasts to achieve optimal inventory levels.
• Track actual and potential supply and delivery to provide timely communications and analysis to management.
• Assess supplier performance against predetermined goals by monitoring quality acceptance rates, delivery performance, and cost savings performance.
• Disposition discrepant material as needed.
• Create purchase orders and ensure appropriate delivery.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain product, price, availability, and delivery information.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Textron is seeking an entry-level Assoc Procurement Specialist in Cartersville, GA to support material planning, supplier coordination, and purchase orders in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will analyze demand, place orders, and monitor performance while gaining exposure across functions with mentorship and development opportunities.

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and 0-2 years of experience are required; familiarity with SAP and Microsoft Office is preferred.