Astronicscorporation Buyer – Mechanical Components responsible for purchasing sheet metal, machined, and stamped parts while maintaining cost control and inventory. The role requires knowledge of metal fabricated components and ERP software.
Responsibilities
Read and understand technical documents such as BOM and drawings
Recommend and implement cost improvement initiatives
Maintain records, physical inventory, spreadsheets, and reporting
Work effectively across multiple Astronics business units
Develop and maintain strong supply chain and vendor relationships
Manage assigned suppliers/commodities for supply and pricing
Issue and manage purchase orders to support manufacturing and engineering
Pursue cost savings through collaboration with suppliers and internal teams
Obtain quotations to ensure best total cost/value
Analyze and recommend solutions to quality problems on purchased materials
Plan and prioritize activities and implement process improvements
Support new project/program procurement activities
Qualification
To perform this job successfullyEducation and/or ExperienceA proven track record of cost savingsRequires minimal travel to suppliersCertifications
Required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or 3 years' work experience.
Demonstrate ability to read and understand mechanical document including drawings, blueprints and BOM.
A proven track record of cost savings, inventory turns improvement, and implementation of modern supply chain management approaches (including JIT, Vendor Managed Inventory, and Lean Manufacturing).
Able to communicate effectively with all management and production personnel, and can quickly and effectively build positive relationships at all levels within the organization and with suppliers.
Proficient in MS Office applications and familiar with ERP software
Commodity knowledge in mechanical components
Demonstrate analytical and communication skills-both written and verbal.
Demonstrate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs.