Buyer/Planner III - Aviation

PHI - Quality Care Through Quality Jobs•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

PHI Health is looking for dynamic, driven individuals to join their team as a Buyer/Planner III - Aviation. This role supports the mission of providing top-tier emergency medical services by orchestrating seamless operations that keep the advanced fleet soaring and patients safe. The Buyer/Planner will collaborate with industry experts, driving initiatives to enhance services and expand reach. This is an extraordinary opportunity to impact lives and develop a professional career in a meaningful way within the leading air ambulance provider in the United States.

Requirements

High School or GED required.
Must have experience managing a purchasing portfolio in a global, multi-functional environment, including complex tax, regulatory and industry-specific requirements.
Solid knowledge of business and economic issues, cost structures and contracts.
Deep understanding of the relevant industry, including cost drivers, market dynamics and the competitive landscape.
Strong analytical and communication skills that can be utilized to influence and drive the decision-making process.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously and maintain tight timelines while meeting targeted savings outcomes.
Strong conflict management, problem-solving and communication skills (both verbal and written).
Knowledge of program management tools and techniques.
Collaboration & Teamwork: seeks out and values diversity in people and perspectives; manages conflict in a manner that improves results and relationships; acts in the best interest of all of our organization's stakeholders.
Caring & Service: Consistently treats others with respect; holds team accountable to high service standards; appropriately involves others in decisions impacting them.
This position is designated Safety Sensitive for purposes of the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience preferred, or 7+ years relevant work experience in lieu of education.

Responsibilities

Become proficient in Aerospace/Aviation and assigned areas under direct and indirect guidance.
Determine material requirements and actions (e.g., exchange, loan) using data from the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and other sources.
Determine supplier and pricing, then issue a purchase or repair order to the appropriate supplier.
Prioritize orders and shipments to satisfy needs (Normal, expedite, and AOG).
Support inventory count as required (Reconciliation, investigation, counts, surveys).
Manage repair orders to meet system requirements.
Communicate with supervisor on items that may drive operational performance and require assistance.
Ensure that parts purchased, repaired, or rented for aircraft have the appropriate regulatory documents.
Manage supplier performance and incorporate corrective action when required.
Handle invoice management related to discrepancies created by procurement and/or supplier.
Manage major supplier accounts to meet contractual obligations.
Manage all supplier claims for warranty and/or non-performance.
Manage established contracts and participate in the creation and negotiation of new contracts.
Ensure corporate Safety Management System activities are effectively applied by staff personnel.
Promote PHI's Destination Zero initiative.
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.