JOB TITLE: AOG PurchaserDEPARTMENT: MaterialsREPORTS TO: Materials ManagerJOB OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Purchaser is responsible for providing logistic support to our Maintenance Control by facilitating and managing the movement of parts fo
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JOB TITLE: AOG Purchaser

DEPARTMENT: Materials

REPORTS TO: Materials Manager

JOB OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Purchaser is responsible for providing logistic support to our Maintenance Control by facilitating and managing the movement of parts for routine and non-routine workload. This includes sourcing and arranging transportation of parts and tools for grounded aircraft and ensuring parts availability for scheduled workload, deferrals and maintenance material work stoppage situations. This critical position will support a 24/7/365 operation at Kalitta Air maintenance line and out stations where parts and tools are required for daily operations. Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:


  • Purchasing, borrowing, and shipping of deferred maintenance items and AOG material using Kalitta Air’s computer database (AMOS).
  • Ensure that materials are purchased at or below fair market value and ensure that the required certification meets Kalitta Air standards in accordance with GMM Section 5.2.
  • Maintain effective communications and coordinate with Maintenane Control, Line maintenance stations and Maintenance contractors to support the fleet’s operation with minimal interruptions.
  • Ensure that parts providers are on the Approved Maintenance Provider List or have been approved by the Kalitta Air Quality Assurance Department for a limited usage.
  • Maintain inventory control for the aircraft Fly Away Kits to ensure that the FAK is stocked with serviceable parts.
  • Coordinate with FME’s to compile monthly shelf-life expiry reports, identifying expired and/ or expiring items and arranging for their replacement.
  • Track and control all loaned / borrowed parts via electronic means. Ensure that borrowed parts are returned to the appropriate provider as required. Minimize borrowing events and the duration of each event to control cost.
  • Provide an accurate turnover of the current situational status between shifts.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the AOG Purchasing Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to work in a fast pace environment and have strong decision making and problem solving skills. Must have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively interact at all levels and team with all internal and external business partners. Candidate also must have experience working with inventory control, purchasing, understanding of parts catalogs and good computer skills. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Ability to write correspondence and reports. Ability to give verbal and written directions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to us a computer terminal and telephone. The employee is required to stand, walk and climb/descend stairs.

WORK ENVIROMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job is in an office environment with heating and cooling. The nose level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

If you need reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call (734) 544-7010. Please include your contact information and details about posed position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.




Company Details
Kalitta Air
818 Willow Run Airport
Ypsilanti, Michigan 48198 USA
www.kalittaair.com/careers
99 Open Jobs Available
Kalitta Air is where you come to find a career in aviation. From seasoned professionals to fresh new talent, there’s a place for everyone on the Kalitta team.

Benefits:
Basic Benefit Options for Full Time Employees Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescriptions / Free Short Term Disability for all full time employees / Free Company Sponsored Life Insurance / Voluntary Long Term Disability / 401K Benefits Company match 5% / Flex Spending (FSA): Medical and Dependent Care

Supported Manufacturers:
Boeing

Supported Models:
B737, B747, B767, B777
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Job Info
Location
Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Kalitta Air
818 Willow Run Airport
Ypsilanti, Michigan 48198 USA
www.kalittaair.com/careers
99 Open Jobs Available
Kalitta Air is where you come to find a career in aviation. From seasoned professionals to fresh new talent, there’s a place for everyone on the Kalitta team.

Benefits:
Basic Benefit Options for Full Time Employees Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescriptions / Free Short Term Disability for all full time employees / Free Company Sponsored Life Insurance / Voluntary Long Term Disability / 401K Benefits Company match 5% / Flex Spending (FSA): Medical and Dependent Care

Supported Manufacturers:
Boeing

Supported Models:
B737, B747, B767, B777

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