Purchasing Agent

Dasi Llc; Vanderbilt Park (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DASI, LLC. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to support its global aircraft parts and inventory operations. Based in Miami with a wide network, you will evaluate suppliers, research pricing, and coordinate item clearances to ensure quality and timely delivery.

The role requires aerospace purchasing experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. You will collaborate with the Sales and Repairs teams to optimize costs and asset valuations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Experience as a Purchasing Agent (ideally in Aerospace)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite or equivalent (i.e., Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to interpret engineering and/or technical data when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Purchase aircraft components within predefined and approved limits.
• Coordinate clearance of all items purchased in accordance with DASI’s quality requirements.
• Review inventory offerings for potential purchase and comparison of pricing.
• Perform market research for optimal purchasing and asset valuations.
• Locate new sources of supply for inventory acquisitions.
• Evaluate suppliers based on quality of material, price, and delivery times.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and agreements with suppliers.
• Complete all technical research associated with evaluating parts.
• Provide technical support for the DASI Sales department.
• Collaborate with DASI Repairs team to reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate delivery dates for open purchase orders and expedite orders as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Negotiation

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma

Four year college degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

For nearly 30 years, DASI has been in the business of providing comprehensive aircraft inventory support for airlines, MROs, OEMs, and distributors. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, with service centers in London and Singapore, DASI is a truly global partner, serving customers’ parts and inventory needs in more than 140 countries.DASI is embracing the potential of online sales and their digital marketplace, which has been growing exponentially and has tremendous potential with the right technology team in place to support and take it to the next level.Purpose:At DASI, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for purchasing aircraft components, as well as supporting other departments, as necessary in the evaluation of current assets.Key accountabilities:• Purchase aircraft components within predefined and approved limits.• Coordinate clearance of all items purchased in accordance with DASI’s quality requirements.• Review inventory offerings for potential purchase and comparison of pricing.• Perform market research for optimal purchasing and asset valuations.• Locate new sources of supply for inventory acquisitions.• Evaluate suppliers based on quality of material, price, and delivery times.• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers.• Negotiate terms, pricing, and agreements with suppliers.• Complete all technical research associated with evaluating parts.• Provide technical support for the DASI Sales department.• Collaborate with DASI Repairs team to reduce costs.• Maintain accurate delivery dates for open purchase orders and expedite orders as needed.• Perform all other duties as assigned.Key skills and competences:• Possesses excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.• Naturally inquisitive personality.• Demonstrates excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.• Has proven strong negotiation skills.• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.• Is a self-motivated individual, having a positive outlook.• Ability to work efficiently under pressure without sacrificing quality of work.• Exhibits attention to detail.• Manages time effectively to meet deadlines.Experience and qualifications:• High School diploma required.• Experience as a Purchasing Agent (ideally in Aerospace)• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite or equivalent (i.e., Excel, Outlook)• Ability to interpret engineering and/or technical data when applicable.DASI, LLC. and group companies are an Equal Opportunities EmployerExperience so that you can hit the ground running:Four year college degree or equivalent work experience as a Purchasing Agent (ideally in Aerospace)Tools and Technology Experience:Proficient with Microsoft Office suite or equivalent (i.e., Excel, Outlook)Ability to interpret engineering and/or technical data when applicable.