Buyer/Procurement Specialist (Aviation)

MTU Aero Engines AG; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company shaping the future of aviation! As a Buyer/Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring operational effectiveness by managing material inventory and vendor relationships. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive team culture. If you have a passion for aviation and a knack for procurement, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Attractive salaries

Holiday and Christmas bonus

Profit sharing program

Company pension scheme

Flexible working time models

Possibility to work remotely

Extensive training opportunities

Company sports groups

Financial relocation support

Company restaurant

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in commercial aviation material management.
• Working knowledge of OEM parts catalogue and repair manual access.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain required material inventory.
• Receive material requirements and fulfill from existing inventory.

Skills

Material Management

Purchasing

Vendor Communication

Inventory Planning

FAA Compliance

SAP

Data Interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Quantum

Job description

#UPLIFTYOURFUTURE

Over 12,000 people. 19 locations worldwide. One in three planes flies with our technology.
Even more economical, lower in emissions and quieter. We shape the future of aviation. The only thing missing: You.

Become part of our dedicated team as

Buyer/Procurement Specialist (Aviation)

in Dallas / Fort Worth

Code – Logistics

Company Overview:
MTU Maintenance Dallas is part of the world’s largest independent jet engine MRO company based in Germany providing aftermarket and OEM-licensed engine maintenance services worldwide. As a part of MTU Aero Engines, with over 80 years of experience in the design, development, and production of jet engine components, modules, and engines; MTU Maintenance is a global network of over 4,000 employees with over 35 years of experience in the MRO market.

MTU provides maintenance from targeted hospital visits to complete overhauls on over 30+ commercial aero engine and industrial gas turbine lines and has completed more than 18,000 shop visits for over 1,400 customers worldwide. Within this Global network, MTU Maintenance Dallas provides hospital shop and on-site maintenance services.

Job Summary:

MTU Maintenace Dallas is currently seeking an experienced Buyer/Procurement Specialist; the Buyer/Procurement Specialist will serve as integral member of the logistics team supporting overall operational effectiveness by receiving material requirements from the production team and fulfilling from existing inventory or initiating immediate purchase orders or repair orders as needed from approved vendors and per company policy.

YOUR TASKS

Position Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain required material inventory.
• Identify and document utilization rates and establish associated inventory levels for various part numbers.
• Receive material requirements from the production team and fulfill from existing inventory or initiate immediate purchase order or repair order as needed from approved vendors and per company policy.
• Access, research, and review illustrated parts catalogues (IPC) for variety of engine types to confirm part number accuracy and availability of alternate part numbers.
• Maintain and monitor material sale and repair vendor list and contact information.
• Monitor vendor performance and material delivery commitments to assure timely availability in support of production and customer operational needs.
• Utilize existing systems and procedures to prioritize material purchase and/or repair process.
• Identify, communicate, and establish process improvements.
• Assist in training co-workers on applicable systems and supplier programs.
• Ensure that purchased and/or repaired material are received with proper documentation and certifications per company policy.
• Provide daily status updates on material purchases and/or repair status at outside vendors.
• Work with accounting and finance to report inventory valuations quarterly and lead annual inventory counts as well as quarterly cycles to ensure that systems are up to date with proper inventory levels.
• Other tasks as deemed necessary by supervisor and based on company needs.

YOUR PROFILE

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in commercial aviation material management including purchasing and repair. Focus on engine material management is preferred.
• Compliance with FAA and company policies and procedures
• Excellent work ethic and motivation for a high standard of work
• Leadership qualities
• Ability to learn as well as teach others on work scopes
• Working knowledge of inventory planning and analysis
• Ability to work and communicate directly with repair and / or sale vendors.
• Working knowledge of original engine manufacturer (OEM) parts catalogue and repair manual access and research.
• Working knowledge of repair station systems, certifications, inventory process and documentations.
• Ability to review new and existing vendor contracts to assure compliance.
• Computer skills necessary to access OEM manuals, utilize existing inventory and purchase systems
• Experience with SAP, Quantum is highly desirable.
• Basic computer skills and ability to generate daily, weekly, and quarterly status reports.
• Skills to gather, interpret and record data to maintain and optimize inventory levels.
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively across all functions to better understand the material support needs and to collaborate with other team members to identify and establish short and long-term solutions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and able to work flexible schedules as necessary in support of on-going projects.
• Represent the company in a professional manner and reflect a positive image with customers.
• A&P License not required, but desired
• Prefer shop, modular or field service experience with the following engines: GE90, CF34, CFM56, CF6, V2500, PW2000

OUR OFFER

• Attractive salaries in accordance with the IG Metall collective agreement, holiday and Christmas bonus and other special payments, profit sharing program and company pension scheme
• Good Work-life-balance: 35-hour week, 30 days holiday and flexible working time models with flex time options, possibility to work remotely
• Extensive further training opportunities and individual development programs
• EGYM Wellpass and company sports groups
• Mobility offerings like bike leasing, Deutschlandticket Job subsidy, commuter and company busses as well as car leasing offerings
• E-charging stations and free parking spaces
• Financial relocation support for new hires
• Company restaurant and barista bar
• Great teamspirit and employee events

We shape the future of aviation and bridge cultures and people. Our employees' diverse ideas, experiences and perspectives are essential to our success. As an employer, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

READY?

Are you interested in the job? Give your career a boost and send us your complete application. Please indicate your earliest possible start date and your salary requirement, and use our online application form, which you can access directly from this page.

We look forward to getting to know you.

Interested?

Your Recruiter:

KevinRobinson

MTU Maintenance Dallas Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and rejects discrimination in any form. It is the policy of MTU Maintenance Dallas, Inc. not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status or any other protected class.