Purchasing Agent Aviation

Southern Cross Aviation

Call (TX)

On-site

USD 46,000 - 52,000

Full time

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

100% company-paid medical, dental, and

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

6 paid holidays

Job summary

Southern Cross Aviation is seeking a detail‑oriented Purchasing Agent to join our Mesa, AZ team. You will manage high volumes of purchase orders, source aircraft parts, and negotiate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.

You will collaborate with internal departments, manage backorders, and support urgent AOG needs while maintaining accuracy and budget adherence. This on-site role requires strong data entry, ERP usage, and clear vendor communication.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2+ years of professional experience in business, purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory or a related field.
Experience in using ERP platforms; training will be provided on our in-house SMART system for purchasing, inventory management, PO processing, and order tracking.
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the full purchasing process from identifying suppliers through final delivery, including vendor selection, price negotiations, purchase-order placement, and shipment follow-up, while staying within budget and meeting required timelines.
Request, compare, and analyze vendor quotes for aircraft-part requests. Negotiate pricing, lead times, shipping terms, and availability.
Process accurate purchase orders, verifying part numbers, quantities, conditions, pricing, required certifications, and vendor acknowledgments.
Expedite orders, manage backorders, and communicate delays to internal teams.
Support urgent AOG requirements by locating available material, arranging expedited freight, and monitoring delivery through completion.
Build and manage strong vendor partnerships to confirm product availability, negotiate competitive pricing, address receiving issues, and support proper inventory levels.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Negotiation

Vendor management

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP platforms

SMART system

Job description

Job Summary

We are a growing aviation parts distributor supporting general aviation customers worldwide through three warehouse locations across the United States. Our team is committed to supplying quality aircraft parts quickly and accurately.

We are seeking a full-time Purchasing Agent to join our Purchasing Department at our Mesa, Arizona office. This is an on-site, Monday-through-Friday role for a driven and detail-oriented professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment. You will manage a high volume of purchase orders, source aircraft parts, obtain and negotiate supplier quotes, and ensure orders are processed accurately and delivered on time.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable working closely with both suppliers and internal departments. Success in this role requires consistent follow-up, good decision-making, and the ability to effectively manage a busy daily purchasing workload.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the full purchasing process from identifying suppliers through final delivery, including vendor selection, price negotiations, purchase-order placement, and shipment follow-up, while staying within budget and meeting required timelines.
Request, compare, and analyze vendor quotes for aircraft-part requests. Negotiate pricing, lead times, shipping terms, and availability.
Process accurate purchase orders, verifying part numbers, quantities, conditions, pricing, required certifications, and vendor acknowledgments.
Expedite orders, manage backorders, and communicate delays to internal teams.
Support urgent AOG (Aircraft On The Ground) requirements by locating available material, arranging expedited freight, and monitoring delivery through completion.
Build and manage strong vendor partnerships to confirm product availability, negotiate competitive pricing, address receiving issues, and support proper inventory levels.
Work closely with internal teams to resolve order, pricing, documentation, and delivery issues.

Technical And Professional Skills

Exceptional data entry precision and attention to detail is essential for managing aviation part numbers and inventory records.
Experience in using ERP platforms; training will be provided on our in-house SMART system for purchasing, inventory management, purchase order processing, and order tracking.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Professional written, verbal, telephone, and vendor-communication skills.
Strong negotiation skills, particularly over the phone and by email.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and follow up consistently on open orders.
Familiarity with aviation parts, part numbers, certifications, supplier documentation, and freight coordination is a plus

Qualifications

Minimum of 2+ years of professional experience in business, purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory or a related field.
A driven, dependable, and well-organized professional who can manage priorities independently in a high-volume environment.

Desired Qualifications

Prior exposure to aviation, aerospace, aircraft components, MRO operations, OEMs, or distribution
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or similar
Demonstrated leadership of multi-discipline teams

Benefits And Compensation

Competitive hourly pay $22–$25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
(PTO) Paid Time Off
6 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity

At Southern Cross Aviation, we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

As a part of a global team we treat each other with mutual respect and dignity. Valuing our people’s depth of knowledge and capabilities from different backgrounds and experience shapes our global culture and allows us to serve our clients in the best ways possible.

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