
Sr Buyer - Supply Chain
Required skills
- purchasing
- mechanical assemblies
- machined parts
- market research
- price analysis
- quotations
- deliveries
- negotiate
- certifications of delivery
- invoice approval
Nice to have
- Supply Chain degree
- flexible work schedules
- education assistance
- career development
- training opportunities
- wellness program
Role summary
Textron Systems is seeking a Sr Buyer for its Supply Chain business area. This role is responsible for purchasing complex mechanical assemblies from suppliers, focusing on cost, quality, and reliability. Key duties include conducting market research, price analysis, negotiating adjustments, monitoring orders for timely delivery, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position also involves mentoring junior buyers and supporting proposal cost data preparation. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or a related field and 6+ years of relevant procurement experience are required.
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.
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