Purchasing Agent

SkyWest Airlines • St. George, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SkyWest is the largest regional airline in the United States and partners with four major airline carriers. More importantly, we’re known for our reliability, service, and our professional employees who operate flights each day throughout North America. We have been esteemed as one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes and are known for an industry-leading workforce, an exceptional leadership team, and our continued solid operational and economic performance.
SkyWest employees enjoy a distinctive and unmatched culture of teamwork, respect, quality, and professionalism, along with world-class benefits such as:
401(k) match
Performance Rewards and Profit Sharing
Health care (medical, dental, and vision)
Discounted worldwide flight benefits and free on available open seating for you and your family with four of our major airlines (Delta, United, Alaska, and American)

Requirements

• No previous airline experience needed
• 18 years of age or older
• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Pass a pre-placement background check and drug screen
• Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Self-motivated
• Communication and people skills
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word & Excel
• Work independently and as an integral part of a team
• Job knowledge is gained through on the job training.
• Live near or be willing to relocate to St. George, UT (no remote work opportunities available for this position)
• Able to sit for extended periods at a computer and perform repetitive computer functions.

Responsibilities

• Purchase parts for maintenance bases
• Responsible for aircraft on ground (AOG) and critical purchases
• Evaluate costs for consumable inventory
• Maintain accurate purchase files
• Communicate with bases and vendors
• Monitor and expedite orders

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Performance Rewards and Profit Sharing
• Health care (medical, dental, and vision)
• Discounted worldwide flight benefits and free on available open seating for you and your family with four of our major airlines (Delta, United, Alaska, and American)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED