Proficiency of responsibilities along with knowledge, skills, and experience will determine Procurement Buyer level 1, 2, or 3
Level 1
Entry level
Level 2
3-7 years of experience
80% of position is purchasing activities, 20% parts operations and expediting
Work as liaison between purchasing, stores, and Maintenance Operations Center
Determine competitive pricing based on our needed schedule
Identify interchangeable parts and update parts catalog
Level 3
8 years or more of experience
Cover for manager when out of the office
Work closely with other managers to solve parts issues
Provide training to lower levels and new employees
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Foster the Flexjet culture while embracing the company fundamental principles
Adhere to Flexjet policies and procedures
Purchase aircraft parts required to support the maintenance department to ensure the day-to-day operations is accomplished
Conduct problem solving and decision-making support to ensure tactical and strategic execution of the purchasing process
Provide technical assistance in determining requirements, purchasing, and movement of parts
Coordinate and resolve problems with internal and external resources to achieve resolutions, thereby reducing aircraft ground time, flight delays, and cancelations
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Requires purchasing skills
Reporting and analytics
Ensure supplier and delivery commitments are met through continuous follow up regarding order status, vendor performance, and resolve problems regarding quality and supply as required
Coordinate internal part movements for AOG situations
Maintain detailed records/notes to include all pertinent information in the request
Communicate with various departments on parts status
Must be able to determine parts numbers required by maintenance in reference to the Illustrated Parts Catalog
Parts ordering, parts receiving, shipping, packaging, maintaining inventory control and integrity
Other tasks as assigned
Flexjet is an equal-opportunity employer. We aim to choose individuals who have the highest integrity; those who personify genuine concern for customers and fellow employees alike. More than anything, we look for individuals who grasp the importance of trust in an employer/employee relationship.