2027 Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Job description

2027 Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist Description 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

Qualifications

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

AI Readiness

Textron expects employees to use AI\-enabled tools responsibly and effectively\. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI\-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards\. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment\.

Recruiting Timeline

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026\. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs\.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit\.

EEO Statement

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\.

Recruiting Company

Textron Specialized Vehicles

Primary Location

US-Georgia-Augusta

Job Function

Supply Chain

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Entry Job

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

09/01/2026, 1:43:32 PM

Job Number

343257