Buyer II (USI6)

VSE Aviation; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Miami, FL seeks a seasoned Supply Chain professional to manage day-to-day procurement, planning, and forecasting within ERP and PowerBI environments. You will drive material buying, supplier negotiation, and data-driven optimization to support global distribution operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of supply chain experience, strong Excel/PowerBI skills, and a proven ability to analyze data, negotiate terms, and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant/technical work experience, or 3 additional years in lieu of degree.
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel; PowerBI experience
• Knowledge of Component Control Quantum
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Create Purchase Orders in ERP and ensure data flow into PowerBI.
• Compare prices, specs, and delivery dates to select best bids.
• Lead strategic sourcing activities including SOW/RFP processes.
• Prepare and send purchase orders to suppliers and requesting departments.
• Negotiate with suppliers on claims, losses, changes, and returns.
• Coordinate supplier site visits as needed.
• Assist ERP optimization to feed PowerBI inputs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Statistical analysis

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree

Tools

PowerBI

Component Control Quantum

Job description

SUMMARY: As part of a leading global aerospace distributor, this position will be directly responsible for Supply Chain functions related to day to day business and strategic long-term planning success. Will perform work in aviation ERP system and analysis in an advanced business intelligence system, to include planning, forecasting, and buying of material required for distribution. It will require a detail-oriented self-starter with exceptional computer knowledge and analytical skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Creating Purchase Orders in ERP system for vendors, ensuring proper information flow into PowerBI. Continuous follow up on open orders for accuracy and need.
• Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates in order to determine the best bid among potential suppliers
• Leads aspects of strategic sourcing, which may include, Statement of Work (SOW) and Request for Proposal (RFP) preparation, proposal evaluation, price/cost analysis, contract negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration
• Prepares purchase orders and sends copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests
• Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering change orders
• Oversees and/or conducts supplier site visits as necessary
• Assist with ERP system optimization, in order to produce the appropriate inputs into PowerBI.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of relevant/technical work experience OR
• An additional 3 years specific work experience in lieu of degree.
• Proficient in MS Office suite, strong Excel skills and experience with Microsoft PowerBI or other BI tool
• Knowledge of Component Control Quantum
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Effective time management, able to identify and prioritize tasks necessary to meet long and short-term objectives
• Statistical Analysis and Modeling
• Team oriented, resourceful and fast learner

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree
• 8+ years of relevant work experience
• PowerBI or other BI tool license

Other

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.