Procurement Buyer (AOG)

LV Aero, LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexjet is seeking a procurement buyer to support maintenance operations from its Cleveland headquarters. This on-site role focuses on purchasing aircraft parts, managing supplier performance, and coordinating with stores and maintenance operations to minimize ground time.

The role requires 3-5 years in procurement/parts experience, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Office. The position offers growth and a solid benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of procurement/parts experience.
• Strong organization skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Windows and MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Purchase aircraft parts to support maintenance operations.
• Coordinate with purchasing, stores and MOC to avoid delays.
• Identify interchangeable parts and update the parts catalog.
• Provide problem solving and decisions to optimize purchasing.

Skills

Procurement

Parts experience

Vendor management

Negotiation

Analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Documentation

Tools

Excel

Access

Database experience

Analytical aptitude

Job description

At Flexjet, we’re committed to attracting and retaining excellent employees by providing an environment that empowers them to develop and define their career path. We provide a safe, progressive and rewarding workplace with competitive pay and employee benefits.

This role is an on-site position located at Flexjet’s headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. Candidates must be able to work in-office during standard business hours.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful candidate will be a highly motivated, self-directed, proactive individual who works effectively under pressure and time constraints with the ability to multi-task and work within a team environment
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, professionalism, and fanatical attention to detail
• Required to meet deadlines, must be comfortable prioritizing tasks, demonstrate flexibility, display a strong work ethic, and sense of urgency
• Required to have 3-5 years of procurement / parts experience
• Strong organization skills with the ability to obtain a high level of familiarity quickly
• Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of Windows and MS Office programs

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excel, Access, Database experience and Analytical aptitude desired
• Technical background desired

Proficiency of responsibilities along with knowledge, skills, and experience will determine Procurement Buyer level 1, 2, or 3

PROFICIENCY LEVELS:

• Level 1
• Entry level
• Level 2
• 3-7 years of experience
• 80% of position is purchasing activities, 20% parts operations and expediting
• Work as liaison between purchasing, stores, and Maintenance Operations Center
• Determine competitive pricing based on our needed schedule
• Identify interchangeable parts and update parts catalog
• Level 3
• 8 years or more of experience
• Cover for manager when out of the office
• Work closely with other managers to solve parts issues
• Provide training to lower levels and new employees

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Foster the Flexjet culture while embracing the company fundamental principles
• Adhere to Flexjet policies and procedures
• Purchase aircraft parts required to support the maintenance department to ensure the day-to-day operations is accomplished
• Conduct problem solving and decision-making support to ensure tactical and strategic execution of the purchasing process
• Provide technical assistance in determining requirements, purchasing, and movement of parts
• Coordinate and resolve problems with internal and external resources to achieve resolutions, thereby reducing aircraft ground time, flight delays, and cancelations

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Requires purchasing skills
• Reporting and analytics
• Ensure supplier and delivery commitments are met through continuous follow up regarding order status, vendor performance, and resolve problems regarding quality and supply as required
• Coordinate internal part movements for AOG situations
• Maintain detailed records/notes to include all pertinent information in the request
• Communicate with various departments on parts status
• Must be able to determine parts numbers required by maintenance in reference to the Illustrated Parts Catalog
• Parts ordering, parts receiving, shipping, packaging, maintaining inventory control and integrity
• Other tasks as assigned

Flexjet is an equal-opportunity employer. We aim to choose individuals who have the highest integrity; those who personify genuine concern for customers and fellow employees alike. More than anything, we look for individuals who grasp the importance of trust in an employer/employee relationship.