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Published 09.16.2026

Company : Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Job field : Supply chain Location : Lancaster, New York , New York , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required experience : More than 3 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Spoken language(s) : English Fluent Salary range : $64,000 - $70,000 commensurate with experience ITAR : ITAR Controlled position

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Published 09.16.2026

Job Description

Responsible for coordinating the flow of raw material, detailed parts and assemblies within or between departments to support the production build schedule and customer deliveries for assigned product lines. The Buyer/ Planner is also responsible for optimizing inventory levels, purchasing designated materials and to be alert to material changes, shortages, unplanned scrap and material availability.

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

1. Review incoming customer order requirements and schedule based upon available material and capacity.

2. Analyze and employ capacity planning techniques as they relate to the production build schedule.

3. Evaluate and modify/approve system suggested planning messages.

4. With the concurrence of the Value Stream Manager, the Buyer/Planner establishes order policies, lot sizes, lead-times on assigned products.

5. Evaluate/React to requests from Sales and Shipping for delivery change requests if appropriate/achievable

6. Develop, monitor, and ensure that all Kanban systems designed to support the assigned product lines are operating smoothly and efficiently. The Buyer/Planner will coordinate all cell requirements with the supplier and the team members.

7. Recommend blanket orders, contracts, or special supply arrangements to the Purchasing Department, and coordinate the necessary implementation.

8. Modify production schedules as changes occur.

9. Expedite material as necessary. Assist other planners with expediting.

10. Coordinate the timely disposition of MVRs and support all QA activities to communicate non-conformance and corrective actions with suppliers. Process "PICKUP" requests as needed.

11. Generate requests and, if appropriate, purchase orders for material. Adhere to designated approval levels for sign off before order placement.

12. Release production orders to production floor. Generate and distribute status reports.

13. In conjunction with Cell Leaders and Supervisors, investigate/resolve discrepancies regarding material/capacity and due dates.

14. Modify and reschedule customer orders as changes occur. Communicate with Sales on these changes.

Listed above are the ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of this job classification. Employees in this job classification may be required to perform various other duties including but not limited to training, administration, and housekeeping. In addition, employees in this job classification are responsible for the quality, quantity and timeliness of the product or service they provide. They will carry out those duties, in a safe and cooperative manner, per established policies, practices and procedures. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

Education -

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred: Associates or Bachelors degree in related discipline

Experience -

Required: One year of manufacturing experience.

Preferred: Three plus years material planning/shop scheduling experience.

Special Knowledge/Skills -

Required: Experience with on line ERP manufacturing systems Microsoft Office Applications- Excel, Word

Other - Financial analysis skills as they relate to material/inventory control

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US (AVOX Systems Inc) is a U.S. based Safran Company located in Lancaster, NY that designs, manufactures and services oxygen life support respiratory systems, related personal protective equipment, and aircraft accessories for the aviation and government markets. Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US functions as a part of Safran, with international locations. We provide innovative oxygen solutions to the aircraft industry.

Benefits include: Profit Sharing Plan, 401K Plan, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, 12 Holidays, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Training opportunities - 28 hours annually.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• All applicants must be a US citizen or US Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder)
• Relocation is not provided for this position.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazines ""Worlds Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Join Safran Aerosystems: an international leader in aviation safety, fluid management and fuel systems. Our strength? Innovating to enhance flight safety (oxygen systems, evacuation systems, flotation systems) and driving the transition toward decarbonized aviation through sustainable fuels. 6,200 employees, operations in 7 countries, and one shared objective: a safer sky.

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