Repair Management Buyer (Remote)

Pratt & Whitney; Columbus (GA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a motivated Buyer / Planner for their Columbus Engine Center’s Repair Management Team. You will oversee the management of repair purchase orders, tackle critical shortages, and ensure timely support to customers. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor’s degree and significant experience in supply chain and procurement. This position is remote-friendly, contributing to the evolution of flight technology and services.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in buyer/planner activities or 3 years with an advanced degree.
• Experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or Procurement.
• Intermediate skills in M.S. Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage repair purchase orders for engine repair facilities.
• Handle critical shortages to ensure delivery timelines.
• Support business reporting requirements.

Skills

Customer relationship management

M.S. Office proficiency

SAP user experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Advanced Degree (if applicable)

Job description

Date Posted: 2025-09-30

Country: United States of America

Location: PW103: Midland GA 8801 Macon Road, Midland, GA, 31820 USA

Position Role Type: Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance: None/Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it.

So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

This is an opportunity for a highly motivated, team-oriented Buyer / Planner to join Pratt & Whitney Columbus Engine Center’s (CEC) Repair Management Team (1st shift). This position is responsible for the management of material sent out for repair from two other engine repair sites.

If you have a strong interest and experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or Procurement, we encourage you to apply today!

What You Will Do:

• Creation and end-to-end management of repair purchase orders in support of two engine repair facilities located in Oklahoma and San Francisco.
• Manage critical shortages in support of 100% on time delivery of repairs to customers.
• Provide timely support of business reporting requirements and deliverables.
• Monitoring and escalation of systemic issues.
• Achieve the highest levels of customer support to our engine repair sites and other internal/external stakeholders.
• Adhere to all standard work, purchasing policies, procedures, and processes.
• PO issue resolution.
• Standard work development, as required.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience with buyer/planner activities, material management, supply chain. Or an Advanced Degree and 3 years of experience as listed above.
• Internal/External customer relationship management.
• M.S. Office and SAP intermediate user.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor’s degree STEM fields preferred.
• Experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Supplier Management.
• Knowledge of international trade compliance regulations related to material logistics.
• Aerospace or Aftermarket Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) industry experience (highly preferred).
• Demonstrated issue resolution skills (both vendor- and customer-facing).
• Organizational and project management skills; PMP certification preferred.
• Lean manufacturing experience, and/or Six-Sigma training.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to work across and communicate with all levels of the organization.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.