This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position is located in Prescott, AZ and is not available for remote work or relocation.

Canyon AeroConnect stands as one of the world’s leading suppliers of avionic-standard aircraft communications, navigation and audio/intercom systems. Canyon’s products have been widely adopted and proven in-service across a wide range of civilian, paramilitary and military fixed-wing and rotorcraft applications. Over the years, we’ve become known as the benchmark in aircraft tactical communication and audio equipment for Air Ambulance, Law Enforcement, SAR, EMS, Electronic News Gathering, Military and Marine applications. Products include digital and analog radio/audio management systems, Tac/Com, VHF/UHF radio systems, intercoms, data interface accessories, and aural warning.

Located in Prescott, AZ for the past 50 years and employs over 150 team members onsite in Prescott, as well as a Global Sales and Support Network throughout the world. Canyon AeroConnect is the place to create an amazing career.

Role purpose (position scope):

Buyer II is responsible for ensuring all MRP planned requirements are executed in support of production.

Must be able to meet all minimum standards within 90 days.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for procurement of materials, services, and supplies in support of MRP requirements. Processing RMA’s for discrepant material.

• Participates in selection, qualification, negotiation using supplier management skills under guidance of Supervisor.
• Performs purchasing functions including: analyzes quotations received, and selects or recommends suppliers.
• Interact with vendors and inter-department customers throughout the purchasing and selling process; resolve bid irregularities, performs price and cost analysis, negotiates prices and terms.
• Proactively communicate with suppliers, with regard to improving service levels, quality accuracy and communication.
• Resolve purchase order and invoice differences with suppliers, as to wrong deliveries, payments, invoices, credits, payment terms, and duplicate billings.
• Maintain long-term contracts, which may or may not involve subcontracts with special provisions that may be changed and renegotiated throughout the duration of the contract.
• Assist as required to process MRO requirements.
• Supporting 100% Customer On Time To Promise (OTTP) through managing assigned supplier performance to 100% On-time Delivery (OTD) and quality
• Comply and uphold Canyon AeroConnect SHE policies and standards.
• Comply with the Canyon AeroConnect Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Core Competencies:

• Working knowledge of ERP systems, (Oracle a plus) – MRP / Purchasing focus
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software packages, including specific knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Working knowledge of automated purchasing operations including data input into system. “Right first time” attitude

Level II – Intermediate (Experienced)

• KNOWLEDGE – Full use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques. General application of concepts and principles.
• JOB COMPLEXITY – Works on problems of moderate scope and complexity, 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.
• DISCRETION/LATITTUDE - Works under general supervision. Follows established procedures. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment, and overall adequacy and accuracy
• MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE – Bachelor’s Degree (or the equivalent combination of education and experience) and 3 years of related experience. APICS (American Production & Inventory Control Certification – CPIM) or ability to obtain such within (3) years of employment.
• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE – Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense experience.

Key Measures and Milestones:

• Supplier Performance – On-Time Delivery (OTD) and Quality
• Inventory Turns
• Executing MRP action messages
• Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Shortages – number / revenue impact
• On Time To Promise (OTTP)

Direct Reports:

No direct reports

Physical Demands:

• Tasks involve light physical effort in sedentary to light work; may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects or materials (5 – 20 lbs.)
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• While performing the aforementioned job duties, the employee mainly works in an office setting; that is relatively quiet and has temperature control systems

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive of every job function, duty and responsibility. Duties may increase, decrease and/or change as deemed necessary to support the department operations.