- Develop and maintain new and existing supplier relationships:
- Gather research and analyze information, evaluating suppliers
- Draw on internal cross functional resources to complete supplier selection and qualification
- Monitor performance and supplier relationship to ensure compliance to agreements
- Visit suppliers to further develop relationships and gain better understanding of their business
- Cultivate relationship by navigating supplier hierarchy and system to ensure access to the right contact for the situation
- Coordinate with Supplier Quality Engineer to drive root cause/corrective action with suppliers
- Reach out to distribution partners to find potential suppliers/sources of hard to find parts
- Evaluate vendor performance and relative risk, developing new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are no longer competitive or performing
- Monitor inventory levels of assigned commodities and parts, revising order point levels and order quantities to optimize inventory investment
- May provide lead role in business reviews and/or periodic supplier business reviews (SBR)
- Initiates work transfers, as needed
- Create long term, multi-year agreements, setting out terms and conditions outside of standard terms
- Provide input into the development of best practices, processes, procedures, and guidelines
- Respond to purchase requisitions and MRP demand with alternative solutions, understanding and anticipating the need behind the request and providing appropriate alternatives accordingly
- Initiate and participate in continuous improvement projects and project teams as required, often taking a leadership role
- Mentor and provide guidance to Buyer/Planner
- Bachelor's degree from four-year college. Will consider combination of certification (APICS and/or CPSM) and 5+ of experience in lieu of degree.
- Demonstrates competency (typically 5+ years of direct experience in the duties and responsibilities of the position.)
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally quarterly
- Intermediate abilities in the Microsoft Office Suite
- Data base user interface and query software
- Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- Project management software
- Strong knowledge of regulated industry, sourcing for related commodity and technology
- Ability to read and comprehend drawings and internal documentation package
- As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible.
- An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis.
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Sr. Buyer Planner - Kirkland, United States - Astronics Corporation
Description
Astronics SubsidiaryAstronics AES
Location
Kirkland, WA
Description
Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Sr. Buyer Planner to join our diverse and cohesive Supply Chain Management Team in Kirkland, WA.
If you have experience with contract manufacturers of circuit card assemblies and electronic components, Please read on
JOB SUMMARY
As our Sr. Buyer Planner you will utilize your industry experience, extensive contract manufacturer, circuit card assemblies, electronic components and commodity knowledge and strategies (utilizing a deep understanding of competition, market, sources, industry contacts, industry best practices and company processes and products) in performing the job duties as follows:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Education/Experience:
Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.
Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:
Stay Healthy - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
Save for the Future - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Find Balance - Employee Assistance Program, Hybrid work arrangements
Time for You - Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours, plus 12 Paid Holidays
Position Requirements
As above.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
About the Organization
Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.
We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.
EOE Statement
Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
This position is currently accepting applications.
