Operational Buyer

The JOY FM; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

ST/LT Disability, life insurance andAD

AD&D policies company paid

Paid time off

Job summary

Fokker Services Americas (FSAm) is seeking an experienced Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and inventory for aircraft component repairs. You will create and manage POs/ROs, maintain Pentagon ERP data, and drive cost efficiency while supporting shop production.

The role emphasizes strong supplier negotiation, demand planning, and cross-functional collaboration to meet production goals and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in SCM, business or related field.
• 3-5 years in a similar SCM role preferred.
• CPIM certification preferred.
• Aviation repair station experience preferred.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Daily review of reports and ERP to determine purchasing needs.
• Create and manage POs and ROs for parts and shop supplies.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate PO/RO data and supplier lead times in Pentagon.
• Analyze forecasted demand and adjust Min/Max levels.
• Support new customer programs and FSAm repair capabilities.
• Provide regular reports and KPI performance.

Education

Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Pentagon 2000

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Description

In this position, you will be part of the Supply Chain Management department, which is responsible for all procurement and inventory management activities for Fokker Services Americas (FSAm). Operational Buyers report to the Director Supply Chain Management. Our Operational Buyers are responsible for creating and effectively managing Purchase Orders (POs) and Repair Orders (ROs) to support the shop production of aircraft component repairs. Responsible for determining and effectively managing appropriate Min/Max stocking levels for replacement parts and exchange units. Responsible for maintaining accurate information in the Pentagon ERP system, providing pricing and availability information to other departments, expediting orders, and managing the company’s inventory investment. Responsible for building value-based relationships with FSAm cross-functional team members and suppliers, achieving department KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators), and continuous improvement. Perform responsibilities in the most cost effective and efficient manner in order to minimize total cost and minimize internal TAKT time while maximizing customer satisfaction and FSAm profitability.

Your key responsibilities

In this position, your main responsibilities and duties are:

• Daily review of reports and ERP system to determine purchasing and inventory replenishment requirements.
• Daily communication and coordination with all departments to ensure production goals are met.
• Create and effectively manage POs & ROs for replacement parts, components, and shop supplies.
• Obtain, review, and approve (based on authorization) quotes from suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery schedules with suppliers as needed.
• Utilize analytical tools and systems to determine & effectively manage appropriate Min/Max stocking levels for replacement parts and exchange units, maintain optimum inventory levels to support shop production.
• Maintain accurate PO & RO information, supplier pricing & lead time, inventory ABC classifications and related information in the Pentagon ERP system.
• Utilize various internet sites and supplier contacts to obtain market pricing and availability for required products.
• Provide pricing and availability information to other departments, expedite orders, research and provide alternative solutions for supply chain and inventory related problems.
• Identify alternate part numbers and next higher assemblies by utilizing component maintenance manuals and material sources.
• Maximize warranty value recovered from suppliers.
• Resolve material discrepancies and quality rejections with suppliers, create & manage claims, obtain RMAs and return rejected material.
• Support the implementation of new customer programs and new FSAm repair capabilities.
• Analyze forecasted demand and adjust Min/Max levels and ABC classifications accordingly.
• Minimize excess inventory and deadstock.
• Identify deadstock and coordinate with other departments to divest in the most effective manner.
• Responsible for achieving and improving all Supply Chain and Inventory Management KPI’s.
• Provide regularly scheduled reports and metrics, take corrective action on shortfalls.
• Perform responsibilities in the most cost effective and efficient manner in order to minimize total cost and minimize internal TAKT time while maximizing customer satisfaction and FSAm profitability.
• Maintain an environment that focuses on safety and ensure that all safety procedures are followed.
• Ensure all regulatory and Export Compliance rules are adhered to at all times.
• Follow all company Standard Operating Procedures.
• Build value-based relationships and exercise good diplomacy with all Fokker colleagues and suppliers.
• Work to increase relevant information sharing between departments in order to improve overall FSAm effectiveness and customer satisfaction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related discipline required.
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar Supply Chain Management position preferred.
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred.
• Previous aviation repair station experience preferred.
• Must be a solutions provider with attention to details and excellent organizational skills.
• Must be comfortable and successful interacting with various departments within the organization.
• Experience with ERP systems and ability to quickly learn new computer systems/software. Experience with Pentagon 2000, Microsoft Excel and Word is preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and be able to shift priorities as needed to support the operation and urgent customer requirements.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to quickly process available information and make logically sound decisions.
• Desired attributes include but are not limited to:
  • Upholds high ethical standards
  • Demonstrates excellence in performance
  • Customer focused
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to detail
  • Total Cost of Ownership perspective
  • Sense of urgency
  • Fact based decision making
  • Continuous Improvement

What do we offer you?

• A competitive salary matching your knowledge and experience;
• A challenging international aviation work environment;
• 401k with company match;
• Medical, Dental and Vision;
• ST/LT Disability, life insurance and AD&D policies company paid;
• Optional supplementary coverages;
• Paid time off (Vacation and Holidays)
• Employee Quarterly Incentive program