2027 Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Textron

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 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 Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required Years of Experience: 0-2 years of experience required Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required Years of Experience: 0-2 years of experience required