Airline Parts Buyer

Description

Ameriflight, LLC is the nation’s largest Part 135 cargo airline and the leading provider of scalable, outsourced aviation services for the regional express airfreight market. Our diverse portfolio enables major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators, and freight forwarders to adapt quickly to the demands of today’s fast-moving supply chain.

Operating a fleet of more than 120 aircraft—including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99—Ameriflight delivers reliable service from bases across the U.S.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: DFW International Airport

Shift: Tue-Sat, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Job Summary

The Parts Buyer will purchase goods and services for all Ameriflight bases and ensure adequate parts availability to operate efficiently. 

Duties and Responsibilities Include

• Review requisitions and confer with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule
• Checks and maintains stockroom daily
• Procures, sources and negotiates the buying of parts & equipment necessary for operation of an organization.
• Selects products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items. Estimates values according to knowledge of market price.
• Prepares purchase orders.
• Reviews bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Maintains purchasing records such as items, cost, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories.
• Approves invoices for payment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career growth opportunities
• Medical, dental, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent sales and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
• Must meet airport badging requirements, including TSA Security background check.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet all company insurance criteria.

Education and Experience

• Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, or six months to one-year related experience 

Physical Requirements

• This role requires the ability to sit for extended periods and use a computer regularly. The employee must be able to walk, stand, bend, and occasionally enter warehouse or parts storage areas. 
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
•  Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment with occasional exposure to warehouse conditions.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.