Procurement Intern: Real Projects, Mentorship & Growth

Textron; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid 10-week internship (stipend)

Mentorship and development

Hands-on project work

401(k) vesting credit upon full-time

Alternative work schedules at select?

Job summary

Textron Aviation Inc. offers a 10-week summer internship in Procurement at Mesa, AZ.

The Buyer intern will support the supply chain by using demand signals to plan, prepare, and implement negotiation strategies and manage inventory with an emphasis on competitive bidding and supplier selection. The role requires pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field; strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills; and the ability to work onsite for the

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, persistent, hands-on, result oriented, well organized with ability to handle multiple projects within expected time frame with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work in a close team environment and under tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize as necessary.
• Highly responsive to internal and external customer requirements, with a high attention for detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to make critical decisions and problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of activities in support of successfully procuring and arranging for delivery of materials, services, and supplies for assigned parts/commodities.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and strategies for assigned parts/commodities.
• Assists with supplier cost reduction and cost avoidance commitments.
• Use demand signals to plan, prepare, and implement negotiation strategies.
• Manage inventory levels to maximize turns while maintaining fill rates.
• Preparation of purchase orders and follow through to expedite delivery and shipments.
• Review defective or unacceptable goods with inspection or quality control to determine source of trouble and take corrective action in a timely matter.
• Analyze market and industry conditions/material costs and develop supply recommendations

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Time management

Problem solving

Decision making

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree (pursuing) in business or related field

Job description

Textron Aviation Inc. offers a 10-week summer internship in Procurement at Mesa, AZ.

The Buyer intern will support the supply chain by using demand signals to plan, prepare, and implement negotiation strategies and manage inventory with an emphasis on competitive bidding and supplier selection. The role requires pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field; strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills; and the ability to work onsite for the