Buyer II

Location AZ, Chandler

Department Supply Chain

Employment Type Full Time

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer II at our Chandler, AZ location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

From supplying microwave products for GPS satellites to integrated assemblies for the latest innovative defense platforms, come join an industry-leading aerospace & defense manufacturer based in beautiful, sunny Chandler, Arizona. You’ll join a first-class, dynamic organization steeped in rich culture and an established track record of delivering customers premier, quality products. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with prime OEMs and help us develop state-of-the art solutions – all in a family-first community with top-rated schools and an abundance of recreational activities. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Buyer II is responsible for effectively managing the planning and acquisition of goods and services to support Crane Aerospace and Electronics operations and product development processes. This position is accountable for material acquisition and operations support assignments classified as low to moderately high with regard to material dollars and degree of difficulty. Requires minimal supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for managing the planning and acquisition of assigned commodities to support the production requirements as defined by the master schedule; including the analysis of MRP and purchase order management.

• Responsible for negotiating and managing cost –effective procurement contracts for required materials which support demand, as well as the goals for reductions in acquisition lead time, raw material, inventory, and cost.

• Support Sales and Engineering inquiries on material availability and costs.

• Work with suppliers, engineering, planning, production on process/design/SCD issues that affect current/future orders. Analyze impacts of ECO’s, deviations, and waivers and determine effectiveness with responsibility party.

• Function as the single point of contact between product lines/manufacturing areas and the Supply Chain organization. This includes coordinating resolution of material-related issues with the commodity team(s), suppliers, product development teams, and/or manufacturing personnel, as appropriate, to ensure availability of required materials.

• Address material availability issues, including shortages, part quality, and/or delivery issues.

• Participate in analysis with engineering and manufacturing teams, as needed, related to supplier resources on product line cost-reduction efforts related to purchased parts.

• Communicate supplier requirements and capabilities to product development teams regarding cost, manufacturability, and availability.

• Establish, maintain, and improve purchased material lead times for assigned commodities to enhance internal flexibility and customer responsiveness.

• Support the proposal process for new product introduction and coordinate on pricing for new part requirements.

• Encourage new ideas and processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, reduce on-hand inventory, etc.

• Communicate market information (i.e., obsolescence, pre-obsolescence, emerging availability issues) to internal customers for risk mitigation.

• Support Crane’s Operational Excellence focus, participate in Value Stream Mapping and kaizen events that will eliminate waste and result in benefits throughout the Supply Chain and Crane Co.

• Provide excellent customer service, both internally and externally.

• Identify and help develop new suppliers to support new product requirements.

• Occasional travel may be required.

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree. Preferably in Supply Chain or Business

• 2-5 years of experience in procurement or other experience related to contract negotiation, pricing, cost management, material planning, etc. is required.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams and with all management levels.

• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage shifting priorities with tight deadlines.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Strong understanding of material planning and scheduling methods, i.e., MRP.

• Strong knowledge of industry practices related to delivery performance, cost management, and lead time reduction.

• Decision making ability, and creative problem solving skills.

• Proven ability to develop and execute action plans that achieve company goals.

• Must have a customer-oriented focus with a creative, aggressive, and winning attitude.

• CPM/CPIM certification is a plus.

• Strong PC skills, MS Office, Internet, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel are required. A working knowledge of Oracle is a plus.

• Eligibility Requirement: This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additionally, as a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.