Buyer – Mechanical Components

Astronics Corporation•Waukegan, IL

7d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer – Mechanical Components supports several Astronics business units by purchasing sheet metal, machined, stamped, and other mechanical components while controlling costs and inventory in a fast-paced environment. The role manages assigned suppliers and commodities, issues purchase orders for manufacturing and engineering needs, and works with suppliers and internal teams to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and on-time delivery. The position is onsite at the Waukegan, Illinois location during scheduled work hours and requires minimal travel to suppliers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or three years of work experience.
Ability to read and understand mechanical documents, including drawings, blueprints, bills of materials, and other technical documents.
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical components, including sheet metal, machined, and stamped parts.
Proven record of cost savings, improved inventory turns, and implementing modern supply-chain practices, including JIT, Vendor Managed Inventory, and Lean Manufacturing.
Ability to communicate effectively with management and production personnel and build positive relationships across the organization and with suppliers.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with ERP software.
Mechanical-components commodity knowledge.
Analytical skills and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a demanding, dynamic environment across multiple business units.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14000, ISO 13485, and AS9100 processes.
Willingness and ability to work onsite at the Waukegan, Illinois location during scheduled work hours.
Minimal travel to suppliers is required.

Nice To Haves

CPM, CPIM, or APICS certification.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned suppliers and commodities to ensure ongoing supply and appropriate, competitive pricing.
Issue and manage purchase orders to support manufacturing and engineering material requirements.
Develop and maintain strong supply-chain and vendor relationships.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and collaborate with supplier representatives, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and other teams to meet company cost goals.
Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations to determine the best total cost and value for assigned commodities.
Collect, analyze, and recommend solutions to quality problems involving purchased materials.
Plan and prioritize activities and suggest and implement process improvements.
Support procurement activities for new projects and programs.
Take action to ensure suppliers deliver required goods on time.
Evaluate market conditions and recommend alternative courses of action when necessary.
Advise management about improvements to materials and equipment, price changes, marketing changes, and changes in supply sources.
Interview supplier representatives and investigate new supply sources for assigned materials.
Maintain records, conduct physical inventory, prepare and maintain spreadsheets, and complete weekly and monthly reporting.
Recommend and implement cost-improvement initiatives to increase margins and achieve departmental goals.
Comply with applicable ethical and legal requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Quarterly incentive compensation bonus.
Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
Voluntary life and AD&D, critical illness, accident prevention, and hospital indemnity coverage.
401(k) plan with a company contribution of 3% of eligible wages and the possibility of an annual discretionary additional contribution.
Profit sharing.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness Program.
Paid time off.
Volunteer Time Off Program.
Paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.