Elliott Aviation, a leader in aircraft solutions, has an exciting opportunity for a Materials & Procurement Specialist at their location in Des Moines, IA. Since 1936, Elliott Aviation has been a world-class provider of customer-focused solutions for business aviation.
In business aviation, where precision, reliability, and exceptional service drive every flight, our Materials and Procurement Specialists are essential to ensuring aircraft stay mission‑ready. If you excel at managing complex supply chains, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and take pride in securing the right parts at the right time, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Your expertise in sourcing, inventory management, and vendor coordination helps keep every aircraft operating safely and efficiently. With every procurement decision you make, youll support the performance, readiness, and elevated experience our clients expect.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Materials and Procurement Specialist is responsible for executing all aspects of the materials lifecycle at their site, including procurement, inventory management, internal distribution, shipping/receiving, and supplier coordination. This role ensures timely parts flow to support MRO operations while maintaining accuracy, cost control, and operational efficiency.
PRIMARY RESPONSBILITIES:
- Source and procure parts and materials to meet maintenance needs and achieve a minimum margin threshold per work order and per part
- Place purchase orders within goal time of the parts order sheet or TransOp submission
- Receive and process all incoming parts, ensuring documentation accuracy and compliance
- Fulfill internal part movement requests and manage supply room stock levels
- Conduct monthly cycle counts and support full-year inventory accuracy targets (≤1 variance)
- Actively reduce in-stock inventory by reviewing usage, adjusting min/max, and removing obsolete items
- Ensure freight billing accuracy and contribute to achieving target freight recoup rate
- Maintain traceability and control of serialized and regulated components
Top candidates will possess:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associates degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related field preferred
- 3+ years of combined inventory, procurement, or shipping experience (aviation preferred)
- Experience sourcing aviation parts and/or supplies
- Proven material management and supplier interface experience
- Solid ERP and Excel proficiency; ability to analyze inventory and margin data
- Familiarity with freight systems and basic contract/vendor management
- Self-starter capable of managing materials functions independently at a satellite site
Other requirements include:
- Ability to obtain and retain an airport AOA badge
- Ability to routinely lift up to 50 lbs.
WHY JOIN ELLIOTT:
At Elliott Aviation, youre not just joining a company, you are becoming part of a legacy built on service, craftsmanship, and trust. For over eight decades, weve set the standard in aircraft services, delivering world-class craftsmanship and personalized solutions that keep our customers soaring. Here, your ideas matter, your expertise shines, and your career takes flight.
We offer:
- Benefits on Day 1
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- FREE Generic prescriptions
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) Company Match
- Technical and professional development
- FUN!
Join a team where passion for aviation meets a culture of excellence and help us shape the future of flight.
