AOG Purchaser - Parts & Logistics Coordinator

Kalitta Air LLC • Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

34d

About The Position

The AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Purchaser provides logistical support to Maintenance Control by facilitating and managing the movement of parts for routine and non-routine maintenance. The role sources parts and arranges transportation of parts and tools for grounded aircraft, while ensuring availability for scheduled work, deferrals, and maintenance material work stoppages. It supports a 24/7/365 operation at Kalitta Air maintenance line stations and out stations.

The position purchases, borrows, and ships deferred maintenance items and AOG material using the AMOS computer database; ensures purchases are at or below fair market value and that required certifications meet Kalitta Air standards; coordinates with Maintenance Control, line maintenance stations, maintenance contractors, parts providers, and FME’s; maintains inventory for aircraft Fly Away Kits; monitors shelf-life expirations; tracks and manages borrowed parts; and provides shift turnovers. Other duties may be assigned by the AOG Purchasing Supervisor.

Requirements

• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Have strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Have strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively at all levels and work with internal and external business partners.
• Have experience with inventory control and purchasing.
• Understand parts catalogs and have good computer skills.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Be able to write correspondence and reports and give verbal and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Purchase, borrow, and ship deferred maintenance items and AOG material using Kalitta Air’s AMOS computer database.
• Ensure materials are purchased at or below fair market value and required certification meets Kalitta Air standards in accordance with GMM Section 5.2.
• Communicate and coordinate with Maintenance Control, line maintenance stations, and maintenance contractors to support fleet operations with minimal interruptions.
• Ensure parts providers are on the Approved Maintenance Provider List or have limited-use approval from Kalitta Air Quality Assurance.
• Maintain inventory control for aircraft Fly Away Kits and ensure kits are stocked with serviceable parts.
• Coordinate with FME’s to compile monthly shelf-life expiry reports, identify expired or expiring items, and arrange replacements.
• Track and control loaned or borrowed parts electronically, ensure borrowed parts are returned to the appropriate provider, and minimize borrowing events and their duration to control cost.
• Provide an accurate turnover of current situational status between shifts.
• Perform other duties assigned by the AOG Purchasing Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed