Aviation Purchasing Specialist: Strategic Sourcing & Supply

TCI Aircraft Interiors; Pendik; On-site; TRY 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

TCI Aircraft Interiors in Pendik, Türkiye, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead procurement for aircraft components in serial production projects. You will manage supplier networks, negotiate terms, and optimize costs and lead times across global aviation suppliers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years in aviation supply chain or procurement, strong English, and proficiency with ERP systems (AXAPTA).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Aeronautical/Manufacturing).
• 5+ years in Supply Chain/Procurement, preferably in Aviation.
• Knowledge of supply chain management for aviation components.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes like molding, machining and composites.
• Strong English, both technical and communicative, is required.
• Experience with supplier management, negotiations and contracts.
• Advanced MS Office skills; AXAPTA experience preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier market research for domestic and international sources.
• Analyze costs and lead times to meet project targets.
• Support project cost/timing targets throughout lifecycle.
• Manage procurement for components and materials in serial production.
• Participate in supply chain planning and material requests analysis.
• Oversee aviation supplier network and identify new sources.
• Evaluate suppliers on pricing, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with STA and internal teams to improve cost/quality delivery.
• Efficiently use ERP tools (AXAPTA) for procurement processes.
• Negotiate prices, define terms, and finalize supplier agreements.
• Monitor stock levels and optimize inventory management.
• Search for alternative components when necessary.
• Communicate technical quality requirements with suppliers.
• Ensure cross-functional coordination throughout project processes.
• Contribute to quality system processes.

Skills

Supply chain management

English proficiency

Negotiation

Contract administration

Supplier management

Analytical thinking

Cost and lead time management

MS Office (AXAPTA)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AXAPTA

Job description

TCI Aircraft Interiors in Pendik, Türkiye, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead procurement for aircraft components in serial production projects. You will manage supplier networks, negotiate terms, and optimize costs and lead times across global aviation suppliers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years in aviation supply chain or procurement, strong English, and proficiency with ERP systems (AXAPTA).