Textron · 4 months ago
2026 Assoc Buyer - Slidell, LA
US-Louisiana-Slidell
Full-time
Onsite
New GradTextron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with expertise in various capability areas. In this role, you will be responsible for purchasing materials, analyzing market trends, and ensuring timely deliveries to maintain production.
AerospaceFinanceIndustrial
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Purchase materials from supplies at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need
Study market trends, interview vendors and recommends sources of supply
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 improve payment of invoices
Develop and maintain necessary records and files for compliance purposes. Support preparation of proposal cost data
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
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
This position requires an individual to be a U.S citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance
Benefits
Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 5/8, 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
Dress for Your Day: No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.
Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts and more!
Career Development & Training Opportunities: We believe our people are our number 1 asset. At Textron Systems, we offer shadowing opportunities, mentorship programs and both on-site and virtual formal training to help our team grow in their careers.
Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers many additional benefits you can take advantage of as well!
Company
Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
Founded in 1923
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Jörg Rautenstrauch
President and CEO Industrial Segment and Kautex
Scott Donnelly
President and chief operating officer
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