Buyer

Complete Turbine Services•Coral Springs, FL

12d

About The Position

As a Buyer, you will assist in sourcing and purchasing goods and services to meet organizational needs. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to use independent judgment and make decisions. The Buyer creates purchase and repair orders, works with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support timely delivery and product quality, negotiates pricing and terms, obtains and documents competitive quotations, expedites orders, and monitors supplier performance. The position requires aviation industry experience. A bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience are typically required; five years of relevant experience are required in the absence of a degree. The Buyer must comply with applicable company policies and regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, FAA, DOT, and state and federal regulations. The position may require wearing a respirator in accordance with OSHA requirements, working flexible hours or different shifts as needed, and undergoing random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations. Employees are expected to uphold company values, comply with department norms and procedures, pursue continuous improvement, protect confidential and proprietary information, satisfy work schedule requirements, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Typically, a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; without a degree, 5 years of relevant experience is required.
Aviation industry experience is required.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience with Quantum ERP.
Ability to work safely and professionally while adhering to applicable regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, FAA, DOT, and state and federal regulations.
Ability to wear a respirator as required under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, with no restrictions preventing its proper use or seal.
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required.
Subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.

Responsibilities

Create accurate purchase and repair orders in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support timely delivery and product quality.
Negotiate supplier pricing and terms to support cost-effective purchasing.
Obtain oral and/or written supplier quotations and document competitive bidding.
Expedite orders as needed, notify departments of expected delivery dates, and follow up on back orders.
Identify and establish relationships with alternative suppliers to encourage competition and minimize material shortages and stock outages.
Generate customer material status reports for outstanding materials.
Respond to value stream inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.
Manage and measure supplier performance, focusing on cost, quality, and turnaround time.
Strive for continuous improvement in processes and procedures.
Protect confidential and proprietary documents and information.
Satisfy work schedule requirements and perform other duties as assigned.