[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Textron jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Textron · Slidell, LA # Associate Supply Chain Buyer Slidell, LA Supply Chain & Logistics Listed on Textron’s official careers site. Posted October 7, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Textron’s careers site →](https://careers.textron.com/jobs/6519D3978F84480E876E811E956779C2/job/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Textron](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/) / Associate Supply Chain Buyer ## Job description Associate Supply Chain Buyer Description _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: - 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 - Preferred candidate will be knowledgeable in weld process, mechanical and custom fab\. ### Qualifications - Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain 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 _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\. ### 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\. ### 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 Systems ### Primary Location US-Louisiana-Slidell ### Job Function Supply Chain ### Schedule Full-time ### Job Level Individual Contributor ### Job Type Standard ### Shift First Shift ### Job Posting 10/07/2026, 1:04:30 PM ### Job Number 345516 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 7, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 12 days - Location: Slidell, LA[Apply on Textron’s careers site →](https://careers.textron.com/jobs/6519D3978F84480E876E811E956779C2/job/) ## More jobs at Textron ### [Sr Buyer - Supply Chain](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/ce3afbbb0024f58696a9/) Slidell, LA ### [2027 - Electrical Engineer I (Crewed Land) - Slidell, LA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/5a63933f4f21e65c015e/) Slidell, LA ### [2027 - Manufacturing Engineer I (Crewed Land) - Slidell, LA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/55d29defe24a3e785b9c/) Slidell, LA ### [2027 - Mechanical Engineer I (Crewed Land) - Slidell, LA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/4092363e9ef1415cea39/) Slidell, LA ### [2027 Intern - Manufacturing Engineer (Crewed Land) - Slidell, LA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/bb9f0ded27cb1736be63/) Slidell, LA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Supply Chain Buyer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/b3385e6ae09364a13217/) Eaton · Omaha, Nebraska, USA ### [Supply Chain - Subcontract Administration - Buyer - Level 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/60ddc2f3487cb1e1637c/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX ### [Supply Chain-Subcontract Management Sr - E3 (Buyer)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/348dcad2adfa49140c14/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX ### [Supply Chain Buyer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/116f86e47ba97219808e/) Fortinet · Sunnyvale, CA, United States ### [Supply Chain Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fastenal/jobs/492656ce4a2bfd616907/) Fastenal · Winona, MN [Supply Chain & Logistics jobs](/functions/supply-chain-logistics/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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