AOG Buyer I

CORPORATE FLIGHT MANAGEMENT INC • Smyrna, TN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Contour Aviation is hiring an AOG Buyer I to procure aircraft parts, components, tooling, equipment, and services for Aircraft on Ground (AOG) events and other urgent maintenance needs. The role reviews purchase requisitions, obtains and evaluates supplier quotations, negotiates within established purchasing authority, processes and expedites purchase orders, and monitors deliveries to support maintenance schedules and minimize aircraft downtime.

The AOG Buyer coordinates with Maintenance Control, Maintenance Planning, and Maintenance Records to verify requirements and resolve procurement issues. The position also reviews aviation maintenance documentation, investigates order and supplier-documentation discrepancies, develops supplier relationships, and maintains accurate purchasing records in compliance with company policies and applicable aviation regulations. Other duties may be assigned by leadership.

This is a full-time position based at Contour Aviation Headquarters in Smyrna, Tennessee. The position may require flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and irregular shifts as operational needs dictate. Travel is listed as negligible.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the country without restrictions.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• High school diploma or GED certification.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Office 365, Excel, Outlook, and Word; familiarity with similar software applications is also required.
• Polished and professional interpersonal skills and a positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with a variety of personalities while maintaining professionalism.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities, manage deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle interruptions and changing priorities with flexibility and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to motivate others.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, delivered with professionalism and tact.
• Ability to pass a 10-year work-history background check, as well as criminal-history and fingerprint checks as required by the TSA.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and irregular shifts as operational needs dictate.
• Must adhere to safety regulations and comply with OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish proficiency.
• Associate degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, Aviation Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Prior experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or materials coordination.
• Aviation, MRO, or aircraft materials procurement experience.
• Experience supporting AOG or urgent operational procurement.
• Working knowledge of aviation maintenance documentation, including IPCs, ADs, SBs, and Engineering Orders.
• Experience with aviation maintenance or procurement systems such as TRAX, Quantum, CAMP, FOS, or Coupa.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and forecasting tools.

Responsibilities

• Procure aircraft parts, components, tooling, equipment, and services for AOG events and other urgent maintenance requirements.
• Review purchase requisitions for completeness, accuracy, and urgency, and initiate procurement actions in accordance with company procedures.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotations based on price, availability, delivery timelines, and applicable technical and documentation requirements.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery terms within established purchasing authority.
• Process purchase orders and expedite open orders to minimize aircraft downtime and support maintenance schedules.
• Monitor order status, communicate delivery updates, and address potential delays with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Control, Maintenance Planning, and Maintenance Records to verify parts requirements and resolve procurement issues.
• Review Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPCs), Service Bulletins (SBs), Engineering Orders (EOs), and Airworthiness Directives (ADs) to support accurate parts sourcing and purchasing.
• Investigate and coordinate the resolution of discrepancies involving purchase orders, supplier certifications, invoices, warranty claims, and vendor documentation, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships to support rapid sourcing, reliable delivery, and responsive service during AOG events.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and applicable aviation regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance and voluntary life insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with a company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible compensation.
• Accrual of up to 56 hours of paid sick leave per year, with unused leave rolling over annually until the sick bank reaches 480 hours.
• Vested vacation hours eligible to be received on January 1 following the hire date, available for use in accordance with company policies.
• Non-revenue/space-available travel privileges on Contour upon hire and access to MyID Travel after six months of active service.
• Eligibility for medical leave, non-medical family care leave, maternity and paternity leave, and personal leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED