Manager of Purchasing, Repairs, and AOG

Omni Air International (OAI); Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company paid life insurance

401K with company match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Omni Air International is seeking a Manager of Purchasing, Repairs, and AOG to organize and manage all purchases, repairs, and AOG part movements. The role emphasizes vendor relations, contract compliance, and cross-functional leadership to support Omni’s fleet.

The ideal candidate has strong negotiation, communication, and adaptability skills, plus experience in purchasing or aviation, and the ability to work outside normal hours to support global operations.

Qualifications

• Two years of purchasing, inventory or aviation experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Must pass background and pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage all purchases, repairs, and AOG part movements.
• Maintain vendor relationships to ensure best price and quality.
• Train and supervise Purchasing personnel and oversee evaluations.
• Manage quotations, ensure timely parts movements, and compliance with contracts.
• Support global operations and maintain inventory databases.
• Prepare departmental training materials and presentations.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

Internet

Job description

Omni Air International is a private airline providing tailored passenger and government charter services. We’re committed to exceeding expectations, with satisfaction and safety as our measure of success. We pride ourselves on providing our employees a work experience built on family values. Our employee’s contributions impact the lives of passengers on a daily basis. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed with you in mind. Medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, 401K with company match, employee assistance program and more!

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The Manager of Purchasing, Repairs, and AOG under general direction, organizes and manages all purchases, repairs, and AOG part movements. It is essential to maintain vendor relationships and deals to ensure the Company is getting the best possible product, at the best possible price. In addition, this role will ensure the Purchasing Department has accurate information to support internal departmental requests. Duties shall include, but are not limited to the following:

• Train, oversee, and support all Purchasing personnel
• Participate in administrative functions to include: hiring, disciplining, reviewing, and termination of Purchasing personnel
• Perform probationary and annual reviews
• Research all high usage items for negotiation with vendors
• Uphold contractual agreements that are in place
• Perform purchasing duties when required
• Perform repairs administrator duties when required
• Oversee and perform AOG Purchaser duties as required
• Work outside normal business hours to support global operations
• Cross train personnel when required
• Cover or substitute personnel (cross-train) to fill-in for absent employees or open positions
• Ensure parts are being moved and returned by vendors in a timely manner
• Ensure personnel are in place to adequately support Omni’s fleet
• On the line or in a check environment
• Set-up and maintain all databases utilized by Omni, ensuring access information is readily available to essential employees
• Maintain interdepartmental relationships to facilitate effective and seamless operations
• Possess understanding and awareness of using IPC’s for an assembly’s piece part identification or location
• Functional awareness of Inventory Locating Systems
• Train and assist in part sourcing and repair options
• Ensure all personnel have access to and understand the GMM, Omni provided manuals, and use of “Approved Vendor List”
• Facilitate any conflict resolution within guidance of Company policy
• Notify Human Resources if a PCN is to be issued
• Familiar with all aspects of Trax pertaining to inventory, purchasing, and repairs
• Process employee times sheets weekly
• Maintain on-call status outside normal operating hours
• Participate in revision and upkeep of Purchasing Procedures Manuals
• Create PowerPoint presentations for departmental training meetings to communicate varied parts support programs
• Obtain three quotes prior to making purchase agreements
• Ensure Company consistently receives the best pricing possible on current market based on usage, quality, and vendor performance
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Materiel Services

Qualifications

• Computer proficiency skills (Windows, Excel, Word, Internet)
• Possess 5-10 years prior experience, or preferably 2 years experience with Management degree
• Minimum two years aviation experience preferred
• Familiarity with purchasing industry and available resources, preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Adaptable, exercising initiative and creative innovation solutions a plus
• Must be able to pass a 10-year Background/Criminal/Motor Vehicle records check and pre-employment drug screen
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Education And Experience

• Purchasing, Inventory or Aviation experience of at least 2 years
• High school diploma or GED required

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

• Sit – 70%
• Stand – 15%
• Walk – 15%
• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Travel – some travel required

Mental Capability Requirements

• Ability to handle numerous activities at once and complete in a timely manner
• Work with limited supervision and possess an impeccable attention to detail, excellent customer service, organizational and negotiation skills required
• Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathering and analyzing information skillfully
• Makes day-to-day decisions used to support the operation which impacts the department’s credibility
• Ability to compose outlines, memoranda, basic reports, and instructional information
• Ability to communicate basic instructions and guidelines, requires ability to hear and speak effectively

Drug Free Workplace, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans/VEVRAA Federal Contractor/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Military and civilian service alumni are encouraged to apply.