2027 Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Maintain supplier relationships for assigned groups and act as primary point of contact for all communications.
• Support efforts to identify and implement supplier cost reductions.
• Assist in the selection and management of new and current suppliers.
• Support materials and quality teams to address supplier delivery and quality issues.
• Source materials for new product launches and product model changes.
• Support the supplier transition process by allocating work from an external supplier to in house production or vice versa, as needed.
• Coordinate request for quote packages with supply base to ensure premium pricing for materials.
• Manage materials projects by using problem solving techniques, data from factory information system, and lean manufacturing concepts.
• Contribute to a culture of respect, dignity, and inclusion, where everyone feels heard and understood, empowered, and valued.  

Why Build Your Career at Textron

Textron offers a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute, and innovate.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Day-one health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Alternative work schedules at select locations
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates