Global Inventory Specialist

Columbia Helicopters; Aurora (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation services is seeking a Global Inventory Specialist to oversee field logistics operations and ensure compliance. This role involves monitoring warehouse transactions, resolving discrepancies, and supporting import/export processes, making it essential for smooth operations in their Aurora campus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in inventory and logistics strongly preferred.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve warehouse transactions across locations.
• Track inventory maintenance and control equipment flow.
• Coordinate logistics to ensure timely shipment movement.

Skills

Inventory and logistics knowledge

Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Communication skills

Tools

RAMCO ERP system

Job description

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our ColumbiaFamily !

The Global Inventory Specialist provides field logistics support and ensures import/export compliance. This role focuses on monitoring and improving warehouse transactions across field locations and the Aurora campus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess and monitor warehouse transactions from field locations and the Aurora campus
• Track inventory maintenance and control equipment flow to ensure proper quantity levels and financial accuracy
• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Train field mechanics in the RAMCO ERP system
• Coordinate with logistics providers to ensure timely movement of shipments
• Serve as a liaison between Aurora personnel and field crews to streamline processes and communications
• Provide on-site logistics support to OSCC and field crews
• Support import and export processes for aircraft and inventory
• Manage order fulfillment from the Plan Material Board and track order progress through delivery
• Monitor and confirm receipt of shipments by field crews
• Notify OSCC of fulfillment or delivery issues
• Track serviceable parts recalls and manage resource reallocations from crews to Aurora
• Process and resolve outstanding "in transit" inventory issues (2018–2024), including $195K in historical shipments
• Assist in cataloging and identifying ownership of 30+ on-site shipping containers
• Collaborate with Inventory and Shops to manage unserviceable field returns
• Ensure proper handoff of materials from aircraft being decommissioned in Aurora
• Support setup of aircraft-specific warehouses for new contract deployments

QUALIFICATIONS

• Inventory and logistics knowledge strongly preferred
• RAMCO ERP system experience preferred
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent problem-solving and multitasking capabilities
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Able to present ideas clearly to various stakeholders

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)