Senior Director of Purchasing

CORPORATE FLIGHT MANAGEMENT INC•Smyrna, TN
•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director of Purchasing manages procurement and supply chain activities for Contour Aviation, including purchasing aviation parts, materials, and services; negotiating contracts, pricing agreements, and service-level agreements; and overseeing inventory. The role develops supply chain strategy, improves stock visibility, reduces obsolescence, and leads cross-functional teams to improve supply chain performance. It also includes conducting annual performance evaluations for direct reports and providing coaching and counseling in accordance with Company policy. The position is based at Contour Aviation Headquarters in Smyrna, Tennessee. It is full-time, with an undisclosed salary and negligible travel. The job shift is listed as “Any.” Other duties may be assigned by leadership, and responsibilities may change.

Requirements

  • Be at least 23 years of age.
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • 10 years of experience in a material management or logistics role.
  • Valid state driver's license and good driving record.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, delivered with tact and professionalism.
  • Proficiency with computer applications, including the Microsoft Office suite.
  • Detailed working knowledge of Component Controls Quantum software.
  • Ability to pass a required 10-year work history review and submit to criminal background and fingerprint checks.
  • Authorized by law to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States.
  • Polished and professional interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a customer-oriented mindset.
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to handle interruptions and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work with confidential materials and information.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to recognize the need for change, revise processes or procedures, and implement revisions as needed.
  • Self-motivation and ability to motivate others.
  • Ability to communicate information and recommendations to non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to work safely and professionally while adhering to regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.

Nice To Haves

  • Four-year degree in materials management, logistics, or a similar discipline preferred.
  • Previous management experience with direct reports in a 24/7 operation preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and service-level agreements.
  • Manage procurement of aviation parts, materials, and services.
  • Oversee inventory levels.
  • Develop a supply chain strategy.
  • Improve stock visibility and reduce obsolescence.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to improve the supply chain.
  • Conduct annual performance evaluations for direct reports and provide coaching and counseling in accordance with Company policy.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

  • Health, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and voluntary life insurance.
  • 401(k) savings plan with a Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible compensation.
  • Accrual of up to 56 hours of paid sick leave per year, with unused hours rolling over annually until the sick bank reaches 480 hours.
  • Vested vacation hours available on January 1 following the hire date, subject to Company policies.
  • Non-revenue/space-available travel privileges upon hire and access to MyID Travel after six months of service.
  • Eligibility for medical leave, non-medical family care leave, maternity and paternity leave, and personal leave.
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