Technical Buyer

HEICO Corporation • Hollywood, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Jet Avion Corporation, located at HEICO's corporate headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, supplies aircraft and engine PMA products, ranging from cabin interiors to complex power plant and accessory parts. The company is seeking a Senior Technical Buyer for a full-time, direct-hire position in Hollywood, Florida.

The Senior Technical Buyer manages and executes the company's supply chain strategy, including inventory control, supplier identification and management, sourcing and demand management, and cost control. The role coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to support a smooth handoff among supply chain contributors. It combines ongoing purchasing and inventory transactions with process management and continuous improvement to optimize supply chain performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in operations-oriented roles, including at least 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, purchasing, or materials management.
• Demonstrated supply chain achievements and experience applying purchasing and materials management best practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to set clear goals, manage issues, and escalate when necessary to achieve results.
• Ability to work in a team environment and under tight deadlines.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications and drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and participate in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in procurement, materials management, logistics, engineering, science, or a business-related field from an accredited college or university.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and production processes.
• Aerospace or aviation experience.
• Experience with quality management systems, including ISO 9001 or AS9102.
• Ability and desire to develop beyond the role as business requirements dictate.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage suppliers from request for quotation through delivery acceptance, including price negotiation and scheduling.
• Manage and coordinate inventory to minimize excess material and maximize order fulfillment.
• Analyze data to identify trends and deviations and support proactive inventory, supply chain, and demand management.
• Promote effective and timely communication between upstream and downstream stakeholders to support supply chain performance, agility, and flexibility.
• Identify and champion opportunities for supply chain improvement and innovation, including improvements to relationships with other business functions.
• Understand manufacturing drawings, aerospace standard specifications, and quality requirements; act as a liaison among suppliers, the quality department, and the engineering department to ensure compliance and timely resolution of issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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