Job Description
The Buyer is part of twenty-four (24) hours, seven (7) days a week purchasing and repairs unit responsible for the procurement, management, and delivery of aircraft materials, parts, equipment, and supplies. Will process purchase orders for Aircraft and Engine parts in support of Hawaiian’s fleet requirements; including but not limited to: AOG(s), DMI(s), Scheduled Maintenance Events, Engineering Orders, fleet services etc. Will solicit and evaluate proposals for the requested commodities and may be required negotiate pricing for goods and services to ensure purchases drive the most cost competitive value in accordance with company compliance policies and procedures.
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Duties and Responsibilities
Create and process purchase orders for Aircraft and Engine parts in support of Hawaiians fleet requirements; including but not limited to: AOG(s), DMI(s), Scheduled Maintenance Events, Engineering Orders, etc.
Assist in the evaluation of suppliers on price, quality, service and customer support, availability, reliability, and selection
Ensure parts are expedited against required critical orders from suppliers to ensure AOG orders are met on time
Monitor supplier performance to ensure on time promiser to deliver dates are met
Responsible to effectively manage several commodity categories as assigned
Manage the daily Loan/Borrow process and reporting to ensure timely return and payment of borrowed parts
Manage the Loan/Borrow and sales cycle to ensure to ensure timely return and processing of borrowed parts at the lowest total cost
Support department to achieve annual corporate priorities
Negotiate cost reductions based on quote analysis and benchmarking
Utilize Hawaiian Airlines ERP systems, e-Commerce, and web-based order entry systems to manage order processing, and extract/analyze data
Prepare reports and review summary invoices for accuracy to correct discrepancies and ensure payment terms are met
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Associate Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field with 1-2 years technical purchasing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and meticulous attention to detail
Strong process analysis and continuous improvement skills
Self-directing, and ability to meet deadlines in dynamic environment
Strong sense of financial responsibility
Ability to handle multiple time sensitive tasks and perform in operational environment
Willingness to work flexible schedules including but not limited to after hours, weekend and or holidays
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business/ERP/MRP systems
Capability to understand technical documents, work with cross-functional teams and make recommendations based on data and analysis
High ethical standards and the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities at the same time
Previous Airline and or MRO procurement experience
Accounting, finance, Ap/ AR functions
Knowledge of Purchasing, Inventory Control, and Materials management processes.
Green Belt – Lean or Six Sigma
Proven change agent to work in highly complex and stressful environments
Strong negotiation skills
Self-directing, and able to meet deadlines in an environment of constantly changing priorities and data
Knowledge of procurement of goods and services and working with suppliers/vendors
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