About Axillon Aerospace

Axillon Aerospace is a leading provider of complex, highly engineered composite and polymer solutions for demanding commercial and defense applications. We are comprised of six, purpose-built centers of excellence throughout the USA and Mexico, each strategically focused on serving specific markets across aerospace engines and airframes, as well as munitions, radomes, antennas and fuel containment. Learn more at axillonaerospace.com.

Job Designation

The Junior Buyer supports the purchasing team by assisting with procurement activities, including processing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and maintaining supplier communication. This role focuses on learning procurement processes, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services, and supporting cost-effective purchasing decisions under close supervision.

Job Core Responsibilities

• Assist in processing purchase requisitions and creating purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules and resolve minor discrepancies
• Monitor open purchase orders and update status reports for the team
• Support the preparation of requests for quotes and gather pricing information for analysis.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation in ERP/MRP systems.
• Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies and coordinating returns for non-conforming materials.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team, including filing, data entry and report generation.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Specifications

Education : Associate's Degree

Years Experience : 0 - 2 years of relevant experience

Skills :

• The Purchasing department is a fast-paced environment and requires a high level of organizational skills, efficient use of time, the ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple projects, and continually meet deadlines.
• Basic understanding of purchasing processes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
• Strong prioritization skills
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Ability to research and analyze data effectively
• Ability to gather data, to compile information, and prepare reports
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: $52K-$72K.

Axillon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axillon is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Required Skills

Required Experience

• High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent or currently enrolled in high school or GED Program
• Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday).
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.