Trading Specialist

Barfield Inc; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Barfield Inc. seeks a Trade Specialist to advance sales of exchanges and equipment in the aviation trading team. You will source and purchase units to support repair and exchange activities, and grow the trading business.

Key responsibilities include handling quotations, sales orders, and coordinating invoicing while optimizing inventory. Strong English/Spanish communication and prior aviation experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in rotable program activities, Trading, or aviation aftermarket operations.
• Strong sales and customer relationship skills are essential.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Market Trading inventory and services to current and prospective customers.
• Process daily requests for quotations, sales, exchanges, and support.
• Serve as the primary contact and driver for Trading activities.
• Process Trading sales orders while optimizing inventory use.
• Monitor core returns after exchanges to prevent late fees.
• Assist Accounts Receivable in resolving payment issues.
• Coordinate core repairs and customer invoicing completion.

Skills

Strong sales and customer relationship

Microsoft Office

Quantum

Industry part search platforms

ILS

PartsBase

Time management

Active listening

Organizational skills

English & Spanish communication

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Deadline adherence

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quantum

ILS

PartsBase

Job description

Join Barfield and Become a Part of the Adventure!

If you are a talented Trade Specialist interested in working in the exciting field of aviation, Barfield wants you!

Barfield is more than just a prestigious name in the industry: it is subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering

We are looking to hire a dedicated Trade Specialist to join our team who will support our Trading Department.

Mission

Primary responsibility is the sale of exchanges and outright equipment within the Trading team. A secondary responsibility is sourcing and purchasing units from the market to support repair and exchange activities.

Objective

Maintain and grow the current level of business within the Trading operation.

Scope

Manage the sale and exchange of used LRUs (Line Replaceable Units) that are not covered under repair contracts or exchange programs.

Reports To

LRU & Trading Director

Key Responsibilities

• Market Trading inventory and services to current and prospective customers.
• Process daily customer requests for quotations, sales, exchanges, and related support.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and key driver for Trading activities.
• Process Trading sales orders while optimizing inventory utilization.
• Monitor and follow up on core returns after exchanges to prevent late fees and outright invoicing.
• Support Accounts Receivable, as needed, in resolving customer payment issues.
• Coordinate and ensure completion of core repairs and customer invoicing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong sales and customer relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Quantum, and industry part search platforms (e.g., ILS, PartsBase).
• Excellent time management, active listening, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Excellent record-keeping, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and within established deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in rotable program activities, Trading, or related aviation aftermarket operations.

You embody our values:

• CUSTOMER FOCUS We strive to provide the best services to our customers.
• INTEGRITY We are personally accountable for the highest standards of ethical behavior.
• TEAMWORK We are committed to a teamwork environment.
• ADAPTABILITY In an ever-changing world, we are adaptable to the required challenges.

We offer a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package. For more information about us, please visit our website at www.barfieldinc.com

Barfield is an equal opportunity employer.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.