Aircraft Materials Coordinator - Edmonton

WestJet Group•Edmonton, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements. Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success. Join us, this is where your career story takes off. As WestJet continues to grow and evolve, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Technical Inventory Control team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be driven to achieve results while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. The Technical Inventory Control team manages, coordinates, and supports inventory and logistics requests from internal and external partners across multiple operational workgroups. Safety, compliance, and customer service are central to everything we do.

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years of experience in a warehouse environment, with an emphasis on inventory management and Dangerous Goods shipping as a requirement
High school diploma or equivalent
Legally entitled to work in Canada
Ability to work a rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, statutory holidays, and overtime as required
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract
Ability to lift up to 50lbs repeatedly and perform the physical demands of the role, including walking, climbing, lifting, and bending
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to make sound decisions under pressure while maintaining a respectful and collaborative workplace
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of aviation parts and materials
Forklift operating experience
Understanding of customs documentation and import/export procedures
Experience with inventory management systems TRAX/eMRO

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service to operational teams in a professional, efficient, and collaborative manner
Represent WestJet at domestic and international locations as required
Support a 24/7, 365-day operation to ensure aircraft tools, materials, and critical information are readily available
Manage the movement, inventory levels, and disposition of technical and non-technical aircraft inventory while optimizing costs
Handle and ship Dangerous Goods in accordance with Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations and IATA Dangerous Goods requirements
Coordinate domestic and international shipments by air, ground, including preparation of shipping documentation (invoices, bills of lading, customs-related documents)
Monitor and track shipments, ensuring timely delivery and issue resolution
Analyze shipping requirements and determine the most cost-effective and efficient transportation methods based on urgency, cost, and delivery timelines
Accurately process and maintain inventory transactions within CMTS
Source in-network parts, alternatives, and related equipment to minimize Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations
Adapt to changing operational priorities while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment