Aviation Materials Buyer

Vista Global•Columbus, OH

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Aviation Materials Buyer in Columbus, OH reports to the VP of Procurement and Materials. The Materials Buyer is responsible for the accurate and time-sensitive function of procuring and managing aircraft components to support the various fleet types that Jet Select operates. This is done in accordance with established processes set by department. The procurement department operates Monday - Sunday from 7AM - 12AM. The shifts in this department are 7:00AM - 4PM and 3:00PM - 12:00AM.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Two years purchasing experience - required (ie: automotive, marine or similar)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products
Experienced with utilizing aviation software that includes inventory management, maintenance and repair
Working knowledge of domestic and international shipping, including dangerous goods
Must be a team player with the ability to multi-task and work accurately and efficiently under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Two years purchasing/procurement experience in FAR Part 135, 91 or 121 environments - preferred

Responsibilities

Processes and actions requisition for parts purchase submitted by mx control, planning and site managers with appropriate warranty review, aircraft contract application and correct vendor selection.
Situational awareness of aircraft maintenance event is imperative and critical.
Responsible for identifying and properly processing cores and warranty transactions, as necessary.
Manages existing inventory by transferring and/or allocating correctly for maximum benefit for company, including issuing and receiving purchase orders, service orders and interfacing with multiple departments within company and external vendors.
Reviews part consumption during maintenance events to confirm installation and return of unused parts, cores and failures, as needed.