Buyer / Planner (2025-107)

Buyer / Planner

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Buyer Planner to join our diverse and cohesive Supply Chain Management Team in Kirkland, WA. Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Builds productive internal / external working relationships.

Essential Job Functions

• Plans, schedules and monitors the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required materials purchases, primarily with established suppliers.
• Reviews and interprets MRP and other sales order output to ensure appropriate inventory requirements are planned and changes are implemented.
• Responds to purchase requisitions.
• Resolves invoicing, documentation, scheduling and quality discrepancies.
• Creates and maintains vendor and item cards in supply chain management or other enterprise-wide systems.
• Ensures material quality standards are met and non-conformances or variances are approved and / or minimized.
• Gathers quotations, examines bids and places purchase orders within authorized spend and guidelines. Ensures flow-down of requirements.
• Monitors cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality at best value.
• Monitors and tracks vendor performance and internally escalates on non-performance concerns.
• May support periodic supplier business reviews (SBR).
• Monitors inventory levels of assigned commodities and parts, suggesting changes to order point levels and order quantities to optimize inventory investment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education / Experience : Bachelor's degree from four-year college and / or a combination of certifications (APICS and / or CPSM) and / or 2-5 years of experience in a related manufacturing environment. Lean manufacturing and / or Six Sigma a plus. Demonstrates familiarity in the essential functions of the position including : Supplier management, Purchase Order lifecycle management, Supplier quality, Manufacturing environment in a related industry preferred.

Competencies

Performing Administrative Activities, Communicating with Persons Outside the Organization, Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work, Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships, Problem Sensitivity, Judgment and Decision Making, Active Learning, Monitoring and Controlling Resources.

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office Suite, Database user interface and query software, Enterprise resource planning ERP software, Project management software.

Work Environment

The Buyer Planner will work primarily in a controlled office environment. Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.

Eligibility Requirements

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.

Salary

Base salary range for the Buyer / Planner is $29.14 - $43.71. Mid-point is $36.42 / hour. 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.

Benefits

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including : Stay Healthy, Save for the Future, Find Balance, Time for You.

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 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.