Duties/Responsibilities:
- Receiving aircraft parts sent to QAI.
- Evaluating suppliers by considering price, quality, availability, and other criteria.
- Interacting with suppliers to schedule delivery times and resolve shipping errors.
- Interacting with suppliers to schedule delivery times and resolve shipping errors.
- Preparing and processing purchase orders.
- Monitoring inventory levels and determining purchase needs.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrable experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions.
- Knowledge of market research, data analysis and purchasing best practices
- Working knowledge of MS Office and purchasing software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A strong analytical mindset
- Outstanding organizational skills
Education and Experience:
- BS/BA in business administration or relevant field strongly preferred.
- Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine purchasing needs.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
