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Axillon Aerospace

Junior Buyer San Diego, CA

Axillon Aerospace, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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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.

Equal Opportunity Statement 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.

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