Aircraft Purchasing Specialist

2 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Canada Custom Helicopters Ltd Full time

The Aircraft Purchasing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing aircraft components, parts, and materials to support maintenance operations while ensuring cost-effectiveness and regulatory compliance. This role involves managing supplier relationships, optimizing procurement strategies, maintaining accurate inventory levels, and supporting operational continuity to prevent disruptions.
- **Responsibilities**:_
- Source and procure aircraft components, parts, materials, and services in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Manage purchase orders, ensuring accurate approvals, proper GL coding, and alignment with operational needs.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and service levels.
- Monitor and adjust Min/Max inventory levels to maintain availability while preventing overstocking.
- Analyze market trends, part costs, and historical data to identify cost-saving opportunities and procurement efficiencies.
- Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and company policies for all purchases.
- Validate and maintain procurement documentation, including CHRs, ARCs, and Certificates of Conformance.
- Address shortages, backorders, and delayed shipments by proactively managing vendor performance.
- Optimize freight expenditures by selecting cost-effective shipping methods without compromising delivery timelines.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including Maintenance, Accounts Payable, and Planners, to align procurement activities with operational goals.
- Resolve warranty claims, invoice discrepancies, and product quality issues with vendors.
- Conduct market research to stay informed on pricing trends, new products, and industry developments.
- Provide accurate ETA updates and waybill tracking in WinAir for improved operational visibility.
- Support the development of inventory strategies for fleet maintenance, including spares kit management.
- Perform other procurement-related duties as required to support departmental and organizational objectives.
- **Qualifications**:_
- Post-secondary education in Procurement and Logistics is preferred, with related job experience (aviation-based Stores experience is considered an asset). A combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Knowledge in business, accounting, operations, and aviation-based stores.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization, including external stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to influence external and internal stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel & Word) and procurement/ERP technologies. Aviation-related software experience is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- **Working Conditions**:_
- Office-based role with occasional weekend or evening work.
- On-call availability for after-hours emergency procurement (AOG) as needed.
- Valid Driver’s License required.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-03



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