Senior Buyer/Planner - Aviation

About the role

Join Our Life-Saving Team!

PHI Health is looking for dynamic, driven individuals to join our team. We are committed to providing top-tier emergency medical services with unmatched speed and efficiency, saving lives when every second counts.

Responsibilities

• Under the general direction of the Manager of Supply Chain Management, the Sr. Buyer/Planner will be responsible for the purchase goods of aviation supplies, materials, and services to ensure company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery lead times to ensure continuity of supply.
• Works collaboratively with aviation and non-aviation stakeholders.
• Using data from the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System and in coordination with internal stakeholders, determine material requirements and actions to meet those requirements.
• Using a combination of new equipment buys, exchange orders, load orders, and repair orders.
• Prioritize orders and shipments to satisfy operational needs e.g., Normal, Expedite and Aircraft-on-Ground (AOG).
• Support inventory count as required. (Reconciliation, investigation, counts, surveys)
• Manage Consignment program(s) with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM).
• Communicate with Manager on items that may drive operational performance and require assistance.
• Ensure that parts purchased, repaired, or rented for aviation use have the appropriate regulatory (FAA) documents.
• Manage supplier performance and incorporate corrective action when required.
• Invoice management related to discrepancies created by procurement and/or supplier.
• Manage major supplier accounts to meet contractual obligations including leading Performance Review.
• Manage all supplier claims for warranty and/or non-performance.
• Accountable for ensuring corporate Safety Management System activities are being effectively applied by staff personnel within PHI.
• Promote PHI's Destination Zero initiative.
• Other duties or special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High School or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering preferred with 5+ years relevant experience or 8+ years of relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Minimum of eight years of experience in Supply Chain capacity.
• Proven track record of managing a purchasing portfolio in a global, multi-functional environment, including complex tax, regulatory and industry-specific requirements.
• Strong aviation knowledge required with helicopter experience preferred.
• Planning, negotiations, and agreements/contract management experience.
• Solid knowledge of business and economic issues, cost structures and contracts.
• Deep understanding of the relevant industry, including cost drivers, market dynamics and the competitive landscape.
• Strong analytical and communication skills that can be utilized to influence and drive the decision-making process.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously and maintain tight timelines while meeting targeted savings outcomes.
• Strong conflict management, problem-solving and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Knowledge of program management tools and technique.

Qualifications

• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Caring & Service

Skills

• High School or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering preferred with 5+ years relevant experience or 8+ years of relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Minimum of eight years of experience in Supply Chain capacity.
• Proven track record of managing a purchasing portfolio in a global, multi-functional environment, including complex tax, regulatory and industry-specific requirements.
• Strong aviation knowledge required with helicopter experience preferred.
• Planning, negotiations, and agreements/contract management experience.
• Solid knowledge of business and economic issues, cost structures and contracts.
• Deep understanding of the relevant industry, including cost drivers, market dynamics and the competitive landscape.
• Strong analytical and communication skills that can be utilized to influence and drive the decision-making process.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously and maintain tight timelines while meeting targeted savings outcomes.
• Strong conflict management, problem-solving and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Knowledge of program management tools and technique.

Benefits

We offer a range of competitive pay and benefits package to keep our team happy, health, and invested.

Pay

Compensation and benefits details are provided in the Benefits section.

Schedule/Location

5 & 2 Phoenix, AZ

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• High School or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering preferred with 5+ years relevant experience or 8+ years of relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Minimum of eight years of experience in Supply Chain capacity.
• Proven track record of managing a purchasing portfolio in a global, multi-functional environment, including complex tax, regulatory and industry-specific requirements.
• Strong aviation knowledge required with helicopter experience preferred.
• Planning, negotiations, and agreements/contract management experience.
• Solid knowledge of business and economic issues, cost structures and contracts.
• Deep understanding of the relevant industry, including cost drivers, market dynamics and the competitive landscape.
• Strong analytical and communication skills that can be utilized to influence and drive the decision-making process.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously and maintain tight timelines while meeting targeted savings outcomes.
• Strong conflict management, problem-solving and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Knowledge of program management tools and technique.

Disclaimer

The above Statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.