Buyer

Job Summary

Responsible to fulfill internal order requisitions via existing inventory or by creating Purchase Orders for procurement from approved suppliers.  Administer and process removed parts/components by creating Repair Orders for items that require repair/overhaul. Track Purchase and Repair Orders, ensuring timely processing, delivery and or order fulfillment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Process orders from the field and create requisitions/POs while maintaining proper channels and communications. Efficiently source parts/services using a number of different tools, i.e. OEMs, Internet capability searches, past history, preferred supplier data, supplier catalogs, current contracts/agreements
• Process /create Repair Orders to suppliers for the Repair or Overhaul of parts/components, coordinate status and estimated delivery dates of repairable assets with the suppliers  to ensure need dates and expected turn-around-times are met
• Drive processing of warranty and/or insurance claims
• Process material return orders and core returns for purchase/exchange
• Analyze and establish lead time and Turn-around-time (TaT) requirements from suppliers that meet the needs of the business
• Utilize the AMC Supplier network to support fleet and minimize inventories through on time supplier deliveries, with timely and cost effective transportation of parts, materials & components
• Monitor Min/Max Inventory Levels, plans and purchases Min/Max inventory to support business needs, when assigned
• Other Duties as assigned

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - 5

Subject to applicable laws and Air Methods policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree (BS/BA) from four-year College or university and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3 years Buyer experience, or similar sourcing or procurement role
• Demonstrated success in gathering and processing orders in adherence with company policy
• Knowledge of business systems including ERP (Microsoft Dynamics) and eProcurement (Coupa) preferred

Skills

• Demonstrates high critical thinking, reasoning skills, and strong attention to detail while working in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Proficient in eProcurement tools (Coupa)

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)