Purchasing

Airgroup Dynamics Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Airgroup Dynamics, Inc. seeks an experienced Purchasing Agent to lead procurement in a fast-paced aviation environment.

You will source materials, manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and contracts, and oversee POs from issuance through receipt to ensure on-time delivery and budget compliance. This hands-on leadership role requires strong organizational skills and a focus on quality within AS9100/ISO/FAA-regulated settings, with collaboration across Production, Customer Service,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years of purchasing/procurement experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Aviation or aerospace purchasing experience strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Understanding of aircraft parts procurement, traceability, quality documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in AS9100, ISO, or FAA-regulated environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Purchasing Department.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, availability, certifications, traceability, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements to maximize cost savings.
• Manage Purchase Orders from issuance through receipt.
• Follow up on open orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Develop and maintain approved vendor relationships.
• Resolve purchasing discrepancies involving pricing, invoices, documents, and traceability.
• Maintain accurate vendor, inventory, and costing information within company systems.
• Monitor inventory levels to minimize excess inventory and stock shortages.
• Coordinate with Production, Customer Service, Shipping, and Accounting to support customer delivery requirements.
• Maintain purchasing documentation in accordance with FAA, AS9100, ISO, and company quality requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop purchasing staff while continuously improving department processes.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Purchasing

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the Position

Airgroup Dynamics is seeking an experienced, motivated Purchasing agent to lead our procurement operations. This individual will be responsible for sourcing products and services, managing vendor relationships, negotiating pricing, overseeing purchasing, and ensuring materials are procured on time, within budget, and in compliance with company quality and regulatory standards.

This is a hands‑on leadership position requiring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced aviation environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Purchasing Department.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, availability, certifications, traceability, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements to maximize cost savings.
• Manage Purchase Orders (POs) from issuance through receipt.
• Follow up on open orders to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Develop and maintain approved vendor relationships.
• Resolve purchasing discrepancies involving pricing, invoices, documentation, and traceability.
• Maintain accurate vendor, inventory, and costing information within company systems.
• Monitor inventory levels to minimize excess inventory and stock shortages.
• Coordinate with Production, Customer Service, Shipping, and Accounting to support customer delivery requirements.
• Maintain purchasing documentation in accordance with FAA, AS9100, ISO, and company quality requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop purchasing staff while continuously improving department processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience with supervisory or management responsibilities.
• Aviation or aerospace purchasing experience strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Understanding of aircraft parts procurement, traceability, quality documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working within AS9100, ISO, or FAA‑regulated environments is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and ERP systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is proactive, detail‑oriented, and driven to continuously improve purchasing operations. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who enjoys negotiating with suppliers, finding cost‑saving opportunities, improving purchasing processes, and working collaboratively across departments to support production and customer satisfaction.

Integrity, accountability, and a commitment to quality are essential.