Who we are:
AerSale® is a global leader and market innovator specializing in aviation products and services to meet the growing demand for aftermarket support in global passenger, cargo, and government segments. Featuring complete aircraft nose-to-tail, value-added offerings, including Aircraft & Component Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services (MRO), Aircraft & Engine Sales and Leasing, Used Serviceable Material (USM) Sales and Parts Exchange, Flight Equipment Asset Management Services, internally developed aircraft and component modifications (engineered solutions) designed to enhance aircraft performance and operating economics (e.g. AerSale®, AerTrak® and AerAware).
For more information, visit us at www.aersale.com.
What we Offer:
- Medical Insurance
- 100 Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Education Reimbursement (related field)
- Employee Referral Program and Recognition Program
- Paid Holidays and 15 Paid Time Off days annually
Job Summary: The Aviation Program Buyer at AerSale oversees purchasing activities, collaborates with R&D teams for schedule optimization, and ensures compliance with procurement practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Key responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, resolving quality issues, and contributing to process improvements.
• Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities ensuring timely execution.
• Procure and manage long lead items to support project schedules.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to expedite schedules by ensuring timely material arrivals.
• Manage materials at various stages of release within an R&D environment.
• Adhere to Corporate Procurement Practices and Procedures when negotiating, sourcing, and contracting for goods and services.
• Evaluate quotes and align with departmental processes to secure optimal costs for AerSale.
• Review requisitions for accuracy prior to creating purchase orders.
• Execute and supervise supplier purchase orders to meet production build plans and service levels.
• Manage purchasing needs for product changes and new introductions.
• Analyze quotes to determine the best overall offer, considering supplier performance, capability, capacity, and financial stability.
• Maintain clear communication of expectations and priorities with suppliers.
• Ensure suppliers comply with AerSale Quality and compliance standards, including supplier selection and part documentation.
• Update supplier and part attributes in the ERP system.
• Handle supplier returns and resolve inbound quality issues promptly with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Resolve receiving and invoicing discrepancies promptly to maintain inventory accuracy and ensure timely supplier payments.
• Manage inventory of purchased parts, including disposition of slow-moving, rev control/compliance, or obsolete items.
• Address supplier non-conforming issues effectively.
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practices.
• Review requisitions from a business perspective and provide expert advice.
• Support the creation and release of new parts in the system.
• Assist in achieving Quality Management System (QMS) objectives and standards.
• Aid requisitioners in selecting suppliers that align with AerSales Approved Supplier/Vendor List (ASL/AVL).
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management, business administration, aviation management, or a related field.
- 5–7 years of buying experience in an R&D/New Product Development/Program buyer environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and software operation/data entry.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM).
- Background in the aerospace industry as an OEM, supplier, contractor, or subcontractor.
- Experience in engineering development, prototyping, and testing environment is a plus.
Skills and Abilities:
- Familiarity with Pentagon ERP/MRP systems.
- Experience with ITAR regulations.
- Familiarity with AS9100 standards.
- Demonstrated sense of urgency and ability to prioritize internal issues effectively.
- Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and communication across all levels.
- Strong multitasking skills to handle multiple competing priorities.
