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StandardAero
US - Tennessee - Humboldt
October 31, 2024
Financial

Buyer/Planner

Maryville, TN

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensationand total rewards, you'll also enjoy our great perks.

Work with the latest technologies and techniques in the aviation industry to source materials, manage inventory, and coordinate logistics. You'll ensure we have what we need to service our customers.

As a Buyer/Planner, you willcarry out inventory control functions by balancing company goals (cost, quality, delivery), setting up and maintaining ABC analysis of inventory, monitoring and controlling customer consignment parts, disposing of excess/obsolete inventory, rescheduling orders if their receipt is premature, monitoring reduce to spares inventory levels, and transferring inventory between service centre locations if necessary.

What you'll do:

Recognize and understands flight/product safety critical parts and processes.
Responsible for immediately reporting flight/product safety concerns.
Participates in proactive risk analysis of flight/product safety critical parts and processes.
Recognize and understands the Just Culture policy.
Carries out inventory control functions by balancing company goals (cost, quality, delivery), setting up and maintaining ABC analysis of inventory, monitoring and controlling customer consignment parts, disposing of excess/obsolete inventory, rescheduling orders if their receipt is premature, monitoring reduce to spares inventory levels, and transferring inventory between service centre locations if necessary.
Manage, plan and report on the status of all inventory owned by the business unit; including working with and setting targets with the service centers. Plan the purchase of all assigned inventory based on forecasts, percentage replacement factors and the alternate parts data file.
Obtain quotations from vendors to ensure favorable quality, price and delivery terms; researches new products and vendors; provides data to technical staff and assists them in purchasing decisions. Expedite orders to ensure timely delivery of purchases by verifying initial demands and analyzing backorder reports.
Interface with vendors, staff and management to resolve discrepancies, answer questions and provide guidance and training on inventory systems. Recommend enhancements to material planning systems.
Control data integrity of inventory systems by creating and updating item master files, analyzing engineering control changes, monitoring past due purchase orders and work-in-progress, researching inventory discrepancies, verifying and updating alternate parts file, and verifying and updating standard costs.
Coordinate and monitor the return of damaged goods, arranging for replacements or credits, and documents all transactions.
Research and reconcile discrepancies noted during cycle count process.
Carry out new, used and sub-contract supplier/vendor development for the business unit by sourcing new vendors, negotiating price and delivery terms, administering vendor qualification surveys, and educating suppliers on the material policies and procedures of the business unit.
Participate in the recommendation of business unit material policy discussions. Exhibit an understanding of complex material/financial situations.
Monitors and reports on measures of performance including inventory levels, overall shortages, opportunity costs, inventory turns, average costs by supplier, fill rates, supplier due date compliance and supplier rejects.
Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
Carries out other projects as assigned.

What skills you will use:

Strong planning, organizational, analytical, negotiation, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
Proven ability to quickly pivot in response to changing priorities, environments, and business needs. Skilled in adjusting strategies and workflows to meet evolving objectives, ensuring seamless operations and maintaining high productivity under pressure.
Proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
Experience with data collection and analysis tools, preferably Power BI
Thorough knowledge of inventory control, purchasing and production management computer systems.
University bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred or 3+ years of equivalent work experience in Supply Chain/ Procurement.
Experience in an inventory or manufacturing environment.
Must meet US Persons requirements per ITAR.

Benefits that make life better:

Comprehensive Healthcare
401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
Paid Time Off starting on day one
Bonus opportunities
Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life & AD&D Insurance
Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers' missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

StandardAero offers equal employment opportunities for all. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

Proud Veteran Supporter

StandardAero proudly supports and hires veterans and recognizes experience gained in various capacities in all 6 branches of service.

About UsRaising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers' missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

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