Materials and Procurement Specialist

Elliott Aviation•Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Elliott Aviation, a leader in aircraft solutions, has an exciting opportunity for a Materials & Procurement Specialist at their location in Des Moines, IA. Since 1936, Elliott Aviation has been a world-class provider of customer-focused solutions for business aviation. In business aviation, where precision, reliability, and exceptional service drive every flight, our Materials and Procurement Specialists are essential to ensuring aircraft stay mission‑ready. If you excel at managing complex supply chains, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and take pride in securing the right parts at the right time, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Your expertise in sourcing, inventory management, and vendor coordination helps keep every aircraft operating safely and efficiently. With every procurement decision you make, you'll support the performance, readiness, and elevated experience our clients expect. GENERAL SUMMARY: The Materials and Procurement Specialist is responsible for executing all aspects of the materials lifecycle at their site, including procurement, inventory management, internal distribution, shipping/receiving, and supplier coordination. This role ensures timely parts flow to support MRO operations while maintaining accuracy, cost control, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
3+ years of combined inventory, procurement, or shipping experience (aviation preferred)
Experience sourcing aviation parts and/or supplies
Proven material management and supplier interface experience
Solid ERP and Excel proficiency; ability to analyze inventory and margin data
Familiarity with freight systems and basic contract/vendor management
Self-starter capable of managing materials functions independently at a satellite site
Ability to obtain and retain an airport AOA badge
Ability to routinely lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Source and procure parts and materials to meet maintenance needs and achieve a minimum margin threshold per work order and per part
Place purchase orders within goal time of the parts order sheet or TransOp submission
Receive and process all incoming parts, ensuring documentation accuracy and compliance
Fulfill internal part movement requests and manage supply room stock levels
Conduct monthly cycle counts and support full-year inventory accuracy targets (≤1% variance)
Actively reduce in-stock inventory by reviewing usage, adjusting min/max, and removing obsolete items
Ensure freight billing accuracy and contribute to achieving target freight recoup rate
Maintain traceability and control of serialized and regulated components