Senior Buyer/Planner: Strategic Sourcing Leader

Astronics AES; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 79,293 - 118,940; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Redmond is seeking a Sr. Buyer/Planner to enhance procurement strategies within their Supply Chain Team. You will manage supplier relationships, analyze vendor performance, and negotiate agreements to optimize operations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, significant experience in manufacturing, and is well-versed in data analysis and negotiation strategies. A competitive salary and benefits await the successful candidate, including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in a related manufacturing environment.
• Lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma knowledge is a plus.
• Familiarity with supplier development and quality strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier relationships.
• Evaluate vendor performance and monitor compliance.
• Negotiate and implement agreements with suppliers.

Skills

Data analysis

Negotiation

Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

Persuasion

Education

Bachelor's degree

APICS and/or CPSM certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP software

Project management software

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Redmond is seeking a Sr. Buyer/Planner to enhance procurement strategies within their Supply Chain Team. You will manage supplier relationships, analyze vendor performance, and negotiate agreements to optimize operations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, significant experience in manufacturing, and is well-versed in data analysis and negotiation strategies. A competitive salary and benefits await the successful candidate, including health and retirement plans.