Jr. Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

It's your career... give it wings!

 

Who we are and where we are going:

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career-minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals. 

 

We are seeking a motivated Junior Buyer to join our supply chain team in this entry-level purchasing role. This position offers the opportunity to take the first step into a professional buyer career, supporting material planning and procurement activities that are critical to company operations. In this role, you will be responsible for developing material plans, maintaining accurate lead times, and tracking parts availability to ensure smooth and efficient supply chain performance.

 

In this role, you will embody our core values of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results , contributing directly to the strength of our team. With the launch of our 777 program and two new hangars, Ascent is experiencing rapid growth. This position is instrumental in achieving our goals and fulfilling our mission of becoming the most trusted aerospace solutions provider in North America.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:  

 

 

• Develop material plans using historical usage, sales forecasts, inventory policies, cash considerations, and other relevant data to establish min/max levels, receipt schedules, and availability.
• Secure and maintain accurate lead times within the system.
• Track parts availability and provide status updates on all assigned materials.
• Place purchase orders in alignment with material plans, ensuring timely and accurate execution, including large quantity orders supported by staggered small deliveries.
• Initiate the return of early or non-conforming receipts to vendors and secure appropriate credit.
• Monitor assigned inventory balances, including usage and disposition of inactive inventory.
• Ensure vendors meet on-time delivery requirements and provide quality products/services.
• Negotiate and maintain competitive pricing for assigned materials.
• Maintain objective vendor performance data, including cost variations, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

• Maintain a library of vendor and manufacturer catalogs and services.
• Assist the Marketing Department with pricing bids.
• Support periodic and annual inventory activities.
• Ensure all work is performed safely, directing activities to protect employees and maintain safe working conditions.

 

YOU WILL GET MORE THAN JUST COMPENSATION:  

• 401Kwith Company Match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• PTO - Eligible for 3 Weeks in your First Year, in Addition to 7 Paid Company Holidays
• Company-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and solid mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend the English language, and follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Continuing education toward CPM or APICS certification preferred.
• Experience as a Planner and/or Buyer, with aircraft industry experience strongly preferred.
• Flexibility to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Occasional squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 20 pounds.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: 

• Telephone, personal computer, multiple printers, copy machine, and shredder.
• May be required to operate additional office equipment not explicitly listed in this description as needed to perform job duties effectively. 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Work primarily in the Main Hangar building office with occasional travel to various locations on base.
• Potential exposure to materials listed on Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Protective Equipment Required: None

 

OTHER DUTIES: 

• May be required to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate. 
• Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of department management. 

 

SMS REQUIREMENTS:

• Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
• Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
• An employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct or condition a situation. 

 

Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. 

 

If you require any accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS