Procurement Specialist I

About the role

Piedmont Airlines is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our Supply Chain Department as a Procurement Specialist I. The primary responsibility of the position is sourcing and purchasing aircraft materials, components, supplies, and equipment to support the operation. This position will report to either the Procurement Lead or the Supply Chain Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Understand purchasing processes, analyze and utilize required reports, and process purchase orders
• Execute purchase orders and process approved purchase requests timely and accurately (correct quantities, suppliers, pricing, and shipping information)
• Purchase aircraft materials and components to support the needs of the Maintenance Department
• Source materials from preferred and reputable suppliers
• Negotiate purchase price, availability, and lead times for materials and components with suppliers to determine fair market values and current and forecasted demand
• Conduct follow-up, expedite, and track all open purchase orders with suppliers to ensure timely delivery within stated lead times to support inventory and operational requirements
• Prepare, analyze, update, and maintain detailed reports, records, and files
• Build relationships with internal departments and outside suppliers
• Review and reconcile purchase order receiving discrepancies and arrange for returns, replacements, or credits
• Partner with Accounts Payable to clear invoice discrepancies
• Accurately and efficiently perform afterhours Aircraft on Ground (AOG) call duty rotation functions
• Coordinate with Maintenance on grounded aircraft requirements including AOG purchases

Requirements

• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office programs
• Understanding of Merlin M&E System procurement processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Perform detailed work with accuracy, confidentiality, and promptness
• Driven, results-oriented, problem solving, and multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to handle operational issues effectively, including escalation, communication, and crisis management

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of prior purchasing and sourcing experience
• Prior experience with procurement/enterprise resource planning (ERP) or inventory control/procurement systems
• Previous experience in aviation

Work Environment

• Standard office environment, use of telephones, computers, and other office equipment
• Some travel may be required

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

Benefits

• Paid training
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Vacation
• Family travel on the American Airlines network
• Medical and dental available
• Bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria

Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, drug screen, and proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.