Materials AOG Coordinator

Here's what you'll do

• Procure and ensure timely delivery of materials to meet AOG requirements in order to avoid the negative operational and fiscal impact from delays or cancellations resulting from parts
• Oversee all material requirements during AOG situations
• Cover MEL, CDL, and NEF materials requirements with Maintenance Operations Control (MOC) to ensure parts are available to support maintenance schedule
• Follow up to ensure supplier and delivery commitments are met
• Coordinate and expedite transfer of parts
• Expedite open purchase orders
• Cover the acquisition of loaner parts from other airlines
• Create borrow and rental orders
• Review billing for accuracy
• Track and control all loaned and borrowed parts
• Ensure all borrowed parts are returned to the appropriate provider as required
• Minimize borrowing events and the duration of each event to control cost
• Serve as liaison between Maintenance Operations Control, Planning, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Repair/Warranty teams
• Participate in the daily Operations meetings to communicate status of requested materials
• Provide all required departments with current status of open requisitions and purchase orders
• Review all purchase requisitions for content, accuracy, interchangeability, and the level of urgency
• Maintain current stock levels and usages to determine the necessity of requests
• Coordinate and communicate with Materials Receiving on receipt of purchase orders; resolve any discrepancies with vendors on quantity, pricing, or documentation
• Evaluate purchases to ensure compliance with all Federal Regulations and Breeze policies regarding quality, documentation, and traceability
• Seek out and evaluate new sources of supply vendors to achieve cost reduction goals without impacting quality and delivery
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and service improvements
• Perform any other duties as required or directed by the Materials Manager
• Achieve productivity, safety, and quality goals through continuous process improvement
• Assist in the recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training of Team Members

Here's what you'll need to be successful

• 3+ years of experience in airline/aviation materials handling or procurement
• 2+ years of purchasing experience and/or inventory planning and logistics
• General understanding of FAA regulations, including FAR part 121 operations
• Pass a ten-year background check and obtain an airport security badge
• Valid state-issued driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• High-performance orientation, ability to work well under pressure, prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and maintain flexibility
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and strong desire for success
• Complete projects on time with minimal supervision, ability to work varied hours when necessary to meet deadlines

Skills/Talents

• Strong computer skills including familiarity with Excel
• Ability to lead a team during a shift to ensure all duties and tasks are being accomplished
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to perform effectively in a virtual environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to handle difficult situations whilst maintaining a calm demeanor
• Ability to work in a 24/7 environment
• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!