Technical Buyer

Transat A.T. Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Transat A.T. Inc. in Montreal is seeking a Technical Buyer to manage daily procurement of aircraft parts and components for Technical Operations, ensuring timely orders and accurate data in AMOS.

Reporting to the Director, Technical Procurement, the role involves supplier negotiations, inventory coordination, and supporting maintenance activities to maintain operational continuity. Fluency in French and English is required for collaboration with stakeholders across Quebec, Canada and

Qualifications

• DEC in Administration
• 3–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or contract negotiation
• Experience in aviation industry is an asset
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and collaboration skills with various stakeholders
• Proficient with Excel and Word; AMOS system knowledge is an asset
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage priorities and urgent requests within tight timelines
• Work schedule: 4/4
• Fluent bilingual (French/English), both written and spoken

Responsibilities

• Research aircraft parts required by the Technical Operations department.
• Conduct research and gather information on parts and components to be purchased for Technical Operations.
• Assist the Director in inventory control activities and in tracking and expediting parts deliveries with suppliers.
• Provide support in resolving warranty-related issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Time management

Education

DEC in Administration

Tools

Excel

Word

AMOS system

Job description

Job Description

In collaboration with the Director, Technical Procurement, the Technical Buyer is responsible for the daily procurement of aircraft parts and components required to support Technical Operations. The incumbent negotiates purchases, coordinates orders, and ensures the accuracy of procurement data in the AMOS system to support maintenance activities and operational continuity.

Responsibilities

• Research aircraft parts required by the Technical Operations department.
• Conduct research and gather information on parts and components to be purchased for Technical Operations.
• Assist the Director in inventory control activities and in tracking and expediting parts deliveries with suppliers.
• Provide support in resolving warranty-related issues.

Qualifications

• College diploma (DEC) in Administration.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or contract negotiation.
• Experience in the aviation industry is considered an asset.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and collaboration skills with various stakeholders.
• Comfortable with new information technologies. Proficiency in Excel and Word. Knowledge of the AMOS system is considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage priorities and urgent requests within tight timelines.
• Work schedule: 4/4.
• Fluently bilingual (French/English), both written and spoken*.

Additional Information

*A good knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate frequently in English, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders in Quebec, the rest of Canada, and internationally.

Employment Equity

At Transat, we foster an environment where inclusiveness, respect and equity reign. We endeavour to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers as well as the communities to which we travel. We encourage women, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, aboriginal peoples as well as people with disabilities to submit their candidacy. Transat will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us in order to work together in meeting adequately your needs.