Purchasing Specialist

All Aviation Jobs; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

On-site gym

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

All Aviation Jobs is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to join our team. You will manage inventory levels, source materials, and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure timely procurement of parts and supplies.

The role includes handling core returns, repair orders, and ensuring smooth inventory flow. Key responsibilities include monitoring stock levels, evaluating quotes, researching suppliers, tracking deliveries, and processing RMAs.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and procurement systems.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Inventory management: review stock levels and place orders.
• Vendor relations: maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
• Quote management: evaluate price quotes for ROI.
• Vendor research and evaluation: assess potential suppliers.
• Delivery tracking: monitor shipments and discrepancies.
• Core returns & RMAs: process returns and RMAs.
• Repair orders: handle and document repair orders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Tools

Inventory software

Procurement systems

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing inventory levels, sourcing materials, and maintaining strong vendor relationships to ensure timely procurement of parts and supplies. This role involves handling core returns, repair orders, and ensuring the smooth flow of inventory management.

Job Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: Review parts with established minimum/maximum stock levels and place orders to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Vendor & Supplier Relations: Establish and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure reliable product sourcing.
• Quote Management: Request and evaluate price quotes from vendors, comparing costs to ensure maximum return on investment (ROI).
• Vendor Research & Evaluation: Research and assess potential vendors and suppliers to ensure they meet company needs and quality standards.
• Delivery Tracking: Monitor incoming inventory shipments, track delivery arrival times, and document any discrepancies between expected and actual arrival times.
• Core Returns & RMAs: Process core returns and manage Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs) as required.
• Repair Orders: Handle and process repair orders, ensuring timely execution and documentation.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement, inventory management, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective vendor relationships.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and procurement systems.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred:
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of supply chain and logistics processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of supply chain and logistics processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person