Buyer I

Job Title

Performs purchasing and sourcing functions for maintenance and ground support equipment. Ensures timely and cost-effective buys in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations. Manages purchase order database and tracks orders from input to receipt. Is the main point of contact resolving order conflicts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs purchasing duties for department as required.
• Procures and researches materials and services necessary to support customers and AerSale requirements at optimum efficiency and pricing.
• Promotes the most effective use of company funds in the acquisition of assigned items at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements.
• Analyzes and evaluates quotes. Ensures approval limits are managed and approved by Director of Purchasing.
• Ensures proper approvals are received on all items above procurement limit of $500.00.
• Select vendors, sources material, negotiate prices, terms, and method of shipment from approved vendors list.
• Manages tracking and reporting of purchase orders. Performs follow-up actions and briefs management on status.
• Contacts Customer Service Department on discrepancies found while processing orders.
• Works with Quality Inspectors to resolve quantity and traceability issues.
• Process Materials on Requisition (MOR) on a daily basis from receipt in department through input of purchase orders.
• Executes other work as directed by Director of Purchasing.
• Reconciles accounting and receiving discrepancies.
• Provides training on proper procedures/duties of the Purchasing Department.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintains a good company image and vendor relations through professional business conduct.

Education and Experience

• Associates of Arts degree or two years equivalent procurement experience.
• Requires two years of purchasing experience in repair station or airline environment.

Skills and Abilities

• Should possess the ability to negotiate terms, establish accounts and determine methods of shipment.
• Ability to network effectively and maintain good working relationship with all departments and employees.
• Proficient with current software packages such as PENTAGON, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Typing speed of at least 35 WPM is required.
• Must have good organizational skills, be able to prioritize work, accurately perform duties with constant activity in area, and pay close attention to detail.
• Must be self-starter requiring a minimum of supervision and perform with a degree of accuracy in the execution of job assignments.
• Must be able to work under pressure, relate to others and maintain flexibility with schedules of the department.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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