Buyer/Planner (2026-024)

Astronics

Kirkland, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$29.14–$43.71 Per Hour

SKILLS

APICS Certification, Administrative Skills, Best Practices, Business Strategy, Calendar Management, Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Corporate Policies, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Environmental Work, Establish Priorities, Expense Tracking, File Maintenance, Fortune 500 Customers, Government, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Levels, Inventory Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Project Management Software, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, Sales, Sales Cycle, Set Goals, Supply Chain Management, Target Marketing, Team Player, Testing, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management

LOCATION

Kirkland, WA

POSTED

1 day ago

Buyer/Planner (2026-024) Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES Location Redmond, WA Description **Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems** (AES) is seeking a **Buyer Planner** to join our diverse and cohesive Supply Chain Management Team in **Redmond, WA** . **JOB SUMMARY** 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** The Buyer/Planner applies company standards, policies, procedures, and best practices in performing the following: + 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. This position may require knowledge of SOX / 404 internal audit controls and related documentation. **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:** As a developing professional, the Buyer/Planner will display the following competencies: + Performing Administrative Activities: Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. + Communicating with Persons Outside the Organization: Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. + Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work:Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. + Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships: Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time. + Problem Sensitivity: The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. + Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. + Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. + Monitoring and Controlling Resources: Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. **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. **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. **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 See 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 over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets. For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com. 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. This position is currently accepting applications.

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