Miami, Florida
Buyer (for jet engine MRO company) – Miami, FL
PLEASE NOTE: Please do not apply if you require visa sponsorship. This position requires the candidate be able to work in the U.S. WITHOUT the need for visa sponsorship!
This is a full time/direct hire position offering a competitive salary with full benefits package.
Title of Position: Buyer (for jet engine MRO)
Employment Location: Miami, FL
Position Summary:
The employer is a jet engine MRO/Test facility in Miami, FL and is looking for a Buyer/Purchasing analyst who is responsible for analyzing market outlooks and determining when and what to buy when contracting with vendors, ordering supplies, or making a big investment in a product, technology, etc. to ensure an uninterrupted supply of products and services and negotiate with best suppliers.
Key responsibilities/essential functions include:
- Collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize data, using Microsoft Office applications (Access and Excel), and multiple databases containing clinical and financial data.
- Design and maintain tables and databases associated with the Value Analysis process.
- Research product comparisons and prices
- Determine cost-effectiveness and price history to determine if the time is right for purchasing
- Maintain a network of parts and equipment suppliers
- Document purchases of equipment by area and specification
- Purchase needed equipment from the most cost-effective supplier
- Negotiate favorable pricing from suppliers
- Maintain an awareness of supply
- Develop short- and long-term sourcing strategies with leadership
- Develop and implement short- and long-term strategies to purchase cash corn and/or basis levels at or below the market and profit plans
- Develop, monitor, pursue, and execute tactical and strategic initiatives in the areas of commodities, vendor/contract relationships, and supplier management
Required Qualifications
- AS or BS degree in business, finance, or relevant field
- +5 years experience as a Buyer or Purchasing Analyst for an aviation-based company
- PREFERRED: Jet engine purchasing experience
- PREFERRED: Quantum software experience
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S
- Must be fluent in English (written and verbal)
Preferred Experience/Qualifications
- Problem-solving and creative thinking
- Ability to interact with all levels of the organization in both formal and informal situation
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects, plan effectively and exhibit poise and professionalism in stressful situations
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Location:
Miami, Florida
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Categories:
Operations / Management, Sales