Description:
The Company:
Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PacAero) is seeking a Buyer to join our logistics team. A successful candidate is committed to pushing the boundaries of technology, performance, and innovation. The level (I, II or III) for person selected for hire will depend on education/experience requirements. Join us and connect your career to the future!
PacAero’s core businesses include an array of electronic connectors and housings for the world’s most extreme environments. PacAero is primarily located in Wenatchee, WA with a remote manufacturing site, Bonded Metals, located in Sequim, WA. Working together, we employ proprietary technologies, best practices engineering, and specialized manufacturing techniques to produce hermetic connectors and electronic packaging that perform in the world’s most extreme environments. PacAero’s products are hard at work in medical components, such as cardiac-function devices, on key aerospace & defense programs, in space and deep below the earth's surface.
The Position:
Job Summary
Supports purchasing and materials management by executing routine purchase orders and maintaining supplier communication under AS9100 quality requirements.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am to 2:30pm
Buyer I Responsibilities
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Issue, track, and maintain purchase orders for standard parts, consumables, and services
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Solicit quotes, evaluate supplier offers, and confirm deliveries
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Verify supplier certifications and documentation (Certificates of Conformance, material test reports, etc.)
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Coordinate with receiving quality and AP departments to resolve basic discrepancies
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Maintain ERP/MRP purchasing data and ensure traceability per AS9100 standards
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Support supplier onboarding and documentation compliance (ITAR, DFARS, and flow-down clauses)
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Assist with internal and external audit preparation
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Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
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Basic knowledge of purchasing practices and supply chain principles
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Effective communicator with suppliers and internal stakeholders (emails, walk-ins)
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Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Abas, Epicor, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
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Familiar with aerospace documentation and traceability
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Maintain supplier status request
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Maintain purchasing requisitions (MRO supplies)
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Maintain vendor non-conforming products (RMA)
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Help maintain ad hoc reporting
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MS, Excel, Power Point proficient
Buyer II Responsibilities
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Manage procurement of build-to-print parts, assemblies, and services per engineering specifications
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Evaluate supplier quotes for compliance, lead time, and cost competitiveness
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Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with approved suppliers
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Coordinate with planning, engineering, and quality to resolve supplier issues
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Monitor supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality, responsiveness)
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Support cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
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Ensure complete and auditable documentation in accordance with AS9100 standards
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Participate in supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) and performance reviews
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Strong analytical and negotiation skills
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Solid understanding of AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, and supplier quality systems
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Intermediate-level technical comprehension of drawings/specifications
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Effective multitasking under tight deadlines
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Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel-based analytics
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MS, Excel, Power Point proficient
Buyer III Responsibilities
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Develop and execute commodity sourcing strategies aligned with business goals
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Lead negotiations for LTAs and strategic supplier partnerships
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Conduct supplier business reviews and performance assessments
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Collaborate with engineering on new product introductions and design-for-supply initiatives
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Drive cost reduction, lead time optimization, and supply chain risk mitigation
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Ensure supplier adherence to AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, and counterfeit parts prevention standards
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Mentor and train junior buyers and act as escalation point for supplier issues
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Support customer and third-party audits as procurement SME
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Strong leadership and strategic negotiation capabilities
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Deep understanding of aerospace compliance, contracts, and risk management
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Skilled at supplier relationship management and technical procurement
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Financially literate - understands total cost of ownership (TCO) and margin impact
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Capable of managing high-dollar, multi-program supplier portfolios
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MS, Excel, Power Point proficient
Benefits:
PacAero provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
At PacAero, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive work environment, and our benefits package is a reflection of this commitment. Our benefit offerings include:
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Insurance Benefits: We provide our employees with access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary life, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity, to ensure they can prioritize their health and well-being.
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Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe in the importance of work-life balance, so we offer generous PTO allowances that accrue with each pay period so that our employees can rest and recharge, spend time with family and friends, or pursue personal interests. Employees will also accrue sick time per WA state regulations.
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Paid Holidays: We recognize the importance of spending time with loved ones during holidays, so our employees receive paid holidays to celebrate and enjoy these moments.
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401(k) w/ Matching: We offer a 100% match, up to 4%, to help our employees save for their future.
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Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurances: We want to ensure that our employees are protected in case of unexpected circumstances, and provide short-term & long-term disability insurances, entirely employer paid.
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Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in continuous learning and development and offer tuition reimbursement to support our employees' educational goals.
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Additional Perks: Our employees enjoy a range of additional benefits such as dependable work schedules, overtime opportunities, term life & AD&D insurance, corporate gym membership discounts, and more.
Due to ITAR Requirements, all PacAero employees must be classified as US Persons and are required to show proof upon hire. *U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 of the ITAR: U.S. Person means a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). It also means any corporation, business association, partnership, society, trust, or any other entity, organization or group that is incorporated to do business in the United States.
PacAero provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
Requirements:
Education & Experience
Buyer I
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Associate’s or bachelor’s in supply chain, Business, or related field preferred
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0–2 years in purchasing, logistics, or related function (aerospace preferred)
Buyer II
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Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Industrial Engineering preferred
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3–5 years of aerospace or manufacturing procurement experience
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Certifications such as APICS CSCP, ISM CPSM, or NCMA CPCM are desirable
Buyer III
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Bachelor’s in business, Supply Chain, or Engineering required; MBA preferred
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6+ years of aerospace or defense procurement experience, including contract management
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Advanced certifications (CPSM, CSCP, or CPM) preferred
Work Environment
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Ergonomic strain – Desk setup, long stretches of data entry, two-monitor neck twists - repetitive motions between monitors.
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Eye strain / fatigue: constant exposure to screens and different types of lighting. Constant data entry and analysis
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Noise distractions: open offices, phone, or other means of communication. This includes walk-ins
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Shift work: must be willing to work M-F 6:00am-2:30pm, overtime as needed
Physical Requirements:
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Sitting: buyers spend long hours sitting for data entry and admin work
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Lifting: low to moderate office supplies
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Repetitive motion: between 2 – 3 screens and keyboard/mouse coordination
In addition, all employees of PacAero are expected to
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Promote teamwork and cooperative effort
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Maintain a clean, safe, and unobstructed work area
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Understand and apply appropriate quality improvement processes
