Technical Buyer

About the Role

The Technical Buyer establishes contractual relationships with aircraft and engine parts suppliers who provide the greatest value to Breeze. They assist in sourcing activities for all aircraft and engine parts, aiming to reduce total cost of ownership, and participate in delivering year-over-year productivity improvements while maintaining service levels and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technical operations business spare parts requirements and source cost-effective solutions.
• Conduct sourcing events by developing statements of work, creating requests for proposals (RFPs), and managing the supplier proposal process.
• Select or recommend suppliers, negotiate and administer contracts.
• Purchase aircraft and engine materials, parts, supplies, and services to support operational requirements while ensuring favorable terms for Breeze.
• Plan and execute purchases based on system-generated requisitions.
• Manage purchase activities, including part shortages, alternate suppliers, and delivery schedules.
• Apply purchasing and corporate policies, including Sarbanes-Oxley controls (SOX), to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Assist with collecting supplier forms (e.g., supplier profile questionnaire, tax identification) for contract processing and payments.
• Produce monthly reports on spend category savings, project status, contract management, and SOX compliance.
• Monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Manage suppliers through data analysis, business review meetings, and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Participate in developing policies, procedures, and process improvements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with suppliers and major subcontractors.
• Achieve performance measures and adhere to Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in a Business-related field or equivalent experience in a purchasing role.
• 3 years of experience in a Purchasing role or similar business accounting/finance environment.
• Purchasing and contract negotiation experience.
• General understanding of FAA regulations, including FAR Part 121 operations.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in spreadsheet modeling.
• High performance orientation with the ability to work 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 a strong desire for success.
• Ability to complete projects on time with minimal supervision and work varied hours when necessary.
• Authorization to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of aviation maintenance, supply chain, and contracts.
• Purchasing and supply management professional certification.
• Trax experience.
• Previous supply chain experience in the aviation/airline sector.

Skills

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• 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 while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Willingness to operate in a 24/7 environment.
• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating standard office equipment.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching within an office environment.
• Clear verbal and written communication, requiring adequate speech, hearing, and vision.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance.
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match.
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Travel on Breeze and other airlines.