Sr Buyer - Supply Chain

Textron; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training

Wellness Program (including Fitness Re

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems in Louisiana is seeking an experienced Buyer to purchase complex mechanical assemblies from suppliers at the lowest total cost while assuring quality and timely delivery. You will analyze quotations, monitor orders, negotiate adjustments, and maintain records for compliance, collaborating with Engineering, Operations and Finance to shape sourcing strategies.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field and at least 6 years of purchasing experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• 6+ years purchasing or related procurement experience of mechanical assemblies or machined parts.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Basic MS Excel and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Purchase complex mechanical assemblies from suppliers at the lowest cost while ensuring quality, reliability, and timely need.
• Conduct market research and price analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Solicit and analyze quotations to satisfy source documentation requirements.
• Monitor outstanding orders to ensure on-time deliveries and expedite where needed.
• Negotiate adjustments resulting from price analysis, discrepancies, surpluses or terminations.
• Develop records for compliance and support proposal cost data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies.
• Mentor Buyers and support functions.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Supply Chain business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Purchasing complex mechanical assemblies from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
• Conduct market research and price analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• 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
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Finance, Quality, etc.) to understand needs and develop sourcing strategies.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Buyers, customers and support functions.
• Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or a related field.
• 6+ years of purchasing or related procurement experience of mechanical assemblies, or machined parts 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

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• 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

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.

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.

Primary Location

US-Louisiana-Slidell

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

First Shift

Worksite

Onsite