Buyer/Planner III - Aviation

PHI - Quality Care Through Quality Jobs•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Buyer/Planner III - Aviation Join Our Life-Saving Team! Are you ready to elevate your career to new heights? PHI Health is looking for dynamic, driven individuals to join our team. We are committed to providing top-tier emergency medical services with unmatched speed and efficiency, saving lives when every second counts. By supporting our mission from the ground, you will play a crucial role in orchestrating the seamless operations that keep our advanced fleet soaring and our patients safe. With PHI Health you’ll collaborate with the best minds in the industry, driving initiatives that enhance our services and expand our reach to those who need it most. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive on challenges, PHI Health offers an extraordinary opportunity to impact lives and develop your professional career in a meaningful way. Who We Are: PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases across the country, all while offering services and outreach education to local communities and leading healthcare systems. Our mission is simple: move communities to health while maintaining the highest standard of safety, period.

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 technique.
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

Under direct and indirect guidance Buyer/Planner is required to become proficient in Aerospace/Aviation and their assigned areas.
Using data from the (ERP) - Enterprise resource planning System and other sources, determine material requirements and actions to meet those requirements. (Exchange, loan, etc,)
Determine the 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.
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.
Management of established contracts.
Participate in creation and negotiation of new contracts.
Accountable for ensuring corporate Safety Management System activities are being effectively applied by staff personnel within PHI.
Promote PHI's Destination Zero initiative.
Other duties or special projects as assigned