Buyer I

aersale; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K with Employer Contribution

ESPP

Job summary

AerSale in Memphis seeks a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement for maintenance and ground support equipment, ensuring timely and cost-effective buys in line with FAA regulations. You will manage POs, track orders, resolve conflicts, and liaise with Quality and Customer Service.

Requires an Associates degree or 2 years procurement experience in repair station or airline environment; proficient with Pentagon, MS Word, Excel; strong negotiation and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Associates of Arts degree or two years equivalent procurement experience.
• Requires two years of purchasing experience in repair station or airline environment.
• Must be proficient with software such as PENTAGON, Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Performs purchasing duties for department as required.
• Procures and researches materials and services to support customers and AerSale requirements at optimal efficiency and pricing.
• Select vendors, sources material, negotiate prices, terms, and method of shipment from approved vendors list.
• Manages tracking and reporting of purchase orders and briefs management on status.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Vendor management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Associates degree or 2 years procurement experience

Tools

PENTAGON

Job description

Who we are:

AerSale® is a global leader and market innovator specializing in aviation products and services to meet the growing demand for aftermarket support in global passenger, cargo, and government segments. Featuring complete aircraft nose-to-tail, value-added offerings, including Aircraft & Component Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services (MRO), Aircraft & Engine Sales and Leasing, Used Serviceable Material (USM) Sales and Parts Exchange, Flight Equipment Asset Management Services, Internally developed aircraft and component modifications (engineered solutions) designed to enhance aircraft performance and operating economics (e.g. AerSale®, AerTrak® and AerAware). For more information, visit us at www.aersale.com.

What we Offer:

• Medical Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education Reimbursement (related field)
• Employee Referral Program and Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and 15 Paid Time-Off Days annually

Job Description:

Job Summary:

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.

Aersale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. As a Government Contractor Aersale takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to disability or veteran status . If you are an Individual with Disability and require any assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at: [e-mail] .