Aviation Materials Buyer

: Job Profile : Join our dynamic Procurement Team as a Materials Buyer in Ft. Lauderdale, FL or Columbus, OH . The Materials Buyer will be responsible for the accurate and time-sensitive function of procuring and managing aircraft components to support the various fleet types that Jet Select operates. This is done in accordance with established processes set by department. Vista has a global reach with operational hubs across the globe and an expert workforce of over 4,000 aviation professionals. Vista's fast-paced growth and its relationship with the best partner operators open the door to lifelong career opportunities across the group - to create the best service in business aviation, in every region in the world. Materials Buyer Responsibilities:

• Processes and actions requisition for parts purchase submitted by mx control, planning and site managers with appropriate warranty review, aircraft contract application and correct vendor selection. Situational awareness of aircraft maintenance event is imperative and critical. Responsible for identifying and properly processing cores and warranty transactions, as necessary.
• Manages existing inventory by transferring and/or allocating correctly for maximum benefit for company, including issuing and receiving purchase orders, service orders and interfacing with multiple departments within company and external vendors.

• Reviews part consumption during maintenance events to confirm installation and return of unused parts, cores and failures, as needed.
• Responsible for directing and monitoring shipping of AOG materials.

Competencies: Given the level of the individual contributor position within the company, expectation is the individual contributor demonstrates a proficient level of the following proficiencies/competencies.

• Plan and organize work: Require the ability to create and use logical, systematic processes to achieve goals. Having the ability to visualize the steps needed to reach a goal and naturally organize the process, modifying, as necessary.
• Interpersonal communication: Effectively communicate, develop and foster strong working relationships with drives team growth, engagement and productivity.
• Collaboration: Working together to a common purpose to achieve team and business benefit. Enables individuals to work together to achieve a defined and common business purpose.
• Deliver consistent results: Follow through on tasks and goals so that support team/operations success and improvements.
• Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge: Level of expertise in job and the extent to which new information and skills are applied. Understands work responsibilities and adds to knowledge and skills.

Required Experience, Qualifications, and Education:

• High School Diploma
• Aviation experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products

• Experienced with utilizing aviation software that includes inventory management, maintenance and repair
• Working knowledge of domestic and international shipping, including dangerous goods
• Must be a team player with the ability to multi-task and work accurately and efficiently under pressure

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) plan with generous company match with full and immediate vesting
• Company Paid Life, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Mental Health Wellness Program
• Empty Leg Flight Benefits & Customized Travel Site with Delta Airlines

The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.