Purchasing Coordinator

Jet Midwest, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility after 30 days

Job summary

Jet Midwest, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator in Kansas City, MO to manage purchases of services, materials, and inventory for daily operations.

The role emphasizes research, negotiation, organization, and service-oriented mindset. You will work with finance, receiving, and other internal teams to resolve discrepancies, manage quotes, and build strong vendor relationships in a fast-paced aviation environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Supply chain/procurement background.
• Experience using ERP systems.
• Strong professional communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced team.
• Works well in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate purchase orders and track delivery with suppliers and internal teams.
• Draft, seek budget approval, and submit quotes.
• Initiate warranty claims with vendors for defective materials.
• Coordinate with departments to respond to internal/external customers.
• Collaborate with Quality to ensure material conformities.
• Build and maintain relationships with key vendors.
• Perform additional duties such as professional communication, rapport building, and time/project management.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Team collaboration

Project management

Rapport building

Education

High School diploma

Supply chain/procurement background

ERP system usage

Professional communication

Ability to multi-task

Team-oriented in fast-paced environment

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

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Admin Support Kansas City, MO, US

Who are we?

Jet Midwest is a full-service commercial aviation company, specializing in the sale and lease of commercial aircraft, engines, and parts as well as aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services to the aviation industry. This position is located at the Kansas City International Airport Area, in the former TWA Overhaul Base facility. We are looking for a motivated, high-energy team member to join our Materials Operations Team.

Position Description:

Status: Full Time

Department: JMT Organization

Summary:

The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for purchasing services, materials, supplies and product inventory to support the business operations.

To be successful, you will need to utilize excellent research, negotiation and prospecting skills, organizational skills, and a service-focused mindset daily.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities included, but not limited to:

• Create accurate purchase orders, track through delivery and work with suppliers, finance, receiving and other internal departments to assist with the review/resolution of discrepancies
• Draft, seek budget approval, and submit requests for quotes
• Initiate warranty claims between company and vendor as needed for defective or damaged materials
• Work closely with all departments to ensure accurate and timely response to internal and external customers
• Work collaboratively with Quality to ensure all purchased material conforms to requirements
• Build and develop relationships with key vendors
• Additional job duties as assigned
  • Professional communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Rapport building
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Project management
  • Team collaboration

Education & Experience:

• A High School diploma or equivalent
• A Supply Chain/Procurementbackground
• ERP system usage
• Professional communication
• Ability to multi-task
• Works well in a team environment that is fast paced

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

While performing the responsibilities of the Purchasing Coordinator, the employee will be seated at a desk, using a phone and computer, the majority of their workday. Less than 5% of their job duties will require the ability to: walk long distances, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The noise level is usually low, as consistent with an office environment. At times, some light lifting may be required, up to 10 lbs.

This job posting is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Purchasing Coordinator position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of knowledge, skills, ability, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
EOE M/F/D/V

• Eligibility for our comprehensive benefits program starting the 1st of the month after 30 days of full-time employment