SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: • Prepare Purchase orders in accordance with requirements; • Negotiate contracts with suppliers specifying quality and receiving date; • Monitor market changes, competitor prices and products and past sales patterns to forecast future demand; • Source recent products and alternative suppliers – AVL; • Help control stock levels by varying receiving dates or selling surplus stock; • Monitor the performance of vendors and suppliers and, if necessary, terminate contracts; • Ensures goods needed arrive when required; • Source and negotiate “best” pricing for new items or “one off’s”; • Participate in the review of key suppliers and potential cost reduction initiatives; • RFQ built for identified improvement opportunities; • Manage established procurement process within Quantum and/or Great Plains; • Provide reports and updates to the Manager, Material Management when requested; • Achieve service level agreements with internal and external customers; • All other duties, as assigned by management. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Possess a minimum of 2 to 5 years of Buying/Purchasing experience; • High School Diploma • PMAC certification is a strong asset • Aviation industry experience is preferred; • Knowledge of vendors in the aviation industry is an asset; • Basic Accounting knowledge, an asset; • Strong computer skills with Excel, Word, Outlook, Supply Chain systems, Quantum Component Control; • Familiar with parts-based systems; • Strong analytical skills; • Highly organized and focused on work priorities; • Positive team player, works well independently; • Ability to perform multiple tasks; • Ability to work on-call and have a flexible schedule; • Strong focus on process improvement to deliver high-quality results; • Energetic, with a strong drive for results and efficiency.
Benefits: Relocation allowance Competitive group health benefits coverage for you and your eligible dependants, including health, vision and dental plan Employee assistance program Group retirement savings plan with company matching contribution Paid time off including sick days and personal days Employee Referral Program Continuing Education Program Service Awards