Aviation Buyer/ Planner - Weekend Shift

Job Title: Aviation Buyer/ Planner - Weekend Shift
Reports to: Purchasing Leader

Location: Atlantic Aviation Group, Shannon Airport, Shannon, Co Clare

Atlantic Aviation Group

With over 60 years of experience, Shannon based Atlantic Aviation Group (AAG) is one of Europe’s leading independent aviation solution providers. The company has a strong reputation of providing customers with a complete range of solutions including aircraft maintenance & modifications, technical, engineering and design services, logistics and material solutions and international training. This reputation is built on a proud history and tradition of superior craftsmanship, technical expertise, and continuous training, which is supported by our flexible, open, and partnership-based customer relationships.

The company provides a range of aviation solutions including Part 145 Aircraft Maintenance, MAA Part 145 Aircraft Maintenance (AAG Defence Services), CAMO & Technical Services, Part 21 Design Services and EASA Part 147 Training which provides aviation training to airlines, MROs, and companies around the world.

Due to ongoing increased business demand, we are currently recruiting Buyer/Planner with a long established multinational in Shannon, Co. Clare. Position will be offered as initial full time with significant opportunity to extend for the right candidate. Position will be offered on day shift (Thursday to Monday)

Essential Job Function

• Sourcing, ordering & expediting all material requirements on the project ensuring they are delivered and available to Production as required to meet project milestones
• Accurate placement of orders for materials and services ensuring pricing, certification, shipping instructions & lead time information is correct.
• As the weekend department point of contact for customer representative on site the Buyer will ensure information related to supply of customer supplied material is accurate and updated on project reports.
• Utilization of all available supplier online sourcing & ordering portals i.e. Inventory Locator System (ILS)
• Processing the following order types: Purchase Orders, Repair Orders, Exchange Orders, Service Orders, Non-Stock Orders
• Updating of Material (project) reports on a daily basis to ensure all delivery dates, details on supply of alternate parts and relevant shipping information are accurate.
• Attending weekend project meeting if required.
• Working with freight & logistics partners to ensure accurate delivery of orders and resolving any logistical issues that arise within the supply chain.
• Attending daily Departmental meetings if required, providing up to date information on all supply chain related matters.
• Be aware of contractual issues with customer with regards to Part sign off limits; part pool / KM agreements, fixed priced, T & M work and use of PMA material.
• Looking to constantly innovate & introduce new material options for Production while not compromising on quality for the customer.
• Collating of information required for project pre-input and wash up meetings & actioning any items arising from these meetings
• Management & auditing of our supplier base to ensure all approvals are current and updated as required as well as ensuring best price, lead time, quality & service to the company.
• Continuous monitoring of inventory levels with emphasis on MOD's. MOV's, life limited material & targeting zero material returns on each project
• Assisting if required weekly monitoring of MRP and processing of MRP PRs for material replenishment.
• Collecting quotes & negotiating T & Cs with Vendors.
• Monitoring & managing of quarantine parts.
• Must always adhere to company policies & procedures & be aware of the relevant sections of the Company procedure manual’s
• Creation of material master data.
• Freight invoicing.
• Any other duties and responsibilities identified by the Materials Manager as it relates to Materials.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a purchasing and supply chain role ideally within the aviation industry is required
• Qualification in IIPMM / ARCS Purchasing, Logistics and/or Supply Chain is desirable with previous experience as a Material Buyer an advantage.
• Strong IT Skills with experience working with modern ERP Systems.
• Have a consistent high level of commercial awareness.
• Demonstrates and is passionate about delivering solutions for our customers. Be aware of customer needs and makes decisions with customer in mind at all times.
• Have a strong work ethic, be reliable, focussed, self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail
• Good team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Provide on call out of hours support per the department roster.

Typical Working Conditions

• Must satisfy and maintain the required medical standard.
• Work is performed at the AAG Hangar in Shannon.
• PPE is provided by AAG, and its use is mandatory in the performance of your work.
• Must satisfy and maintain airport security requirements.

Equal Opportunities Employer

Atlantic Aviation Group is an equal opportunities employer. The people of Atlantic Aviation Group are the foundation of its success, and we believe that employing a diverse workforce is key to this success. As an equal opportunity employer, we will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of nationality, religion, ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, or disability. We value your passion, energy, and creativeness.

One of our company values is to provide a people focussed environment with a strong sense of community, where individuals feel safe, valued, and engaged. We are committed to accommodating individuals with disabilities through our recruitment process and encourage any candidates to tell us about any adjustment requirements.

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