Purchasing Manager - Aviation

On behalf of our client, an established aerospace solutions provider, we are seeking a dependable Aviation Purchasing Specialist to join their supply chain operations.

This role is responsible for managing day-to-day procurement, vendor relations, and inventory coordination. You will handle the full purchasing lifecycle for aircraft parts, rotables, and repair services to support ongoing operational needs.

We are looking for a practical, detail-oriented buyer with a solid foundation in aviation supply chain processes, familiar with standard industry compliance, and comfortable using Quantum ERP to process daily purchasing workflows.

salary: $65,000 - $70,000 per year

shift:
First

work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM

education:
No Degree Required

• Procurement & Sourcing: Issue, track, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) and Repair Orders (ROs) for aircraft parts and materials while securing competitive pricing.
• Vendor & Repair Management: Maintain vendor relationships, track repair turn-around times, clear invoice discrepancies, and process core returns.
• Compliance & Quality: Verify that incoming components arrive with proper documentation and airworthiness certification (such as FAA Form 8130-3 and trace documents).
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels, assist with stock replenishment, and support day-to-day material requirements.
• System Data Entry: Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records using Quantum software.

• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  2 to 5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or material handling experience in aviation or aerospace.
• Software: Working experience with Quantum ERP (Quantum Control).
• Compliance: Basic knowledge of aviation parts documentation and traceability requirements.
• Skills: Good negotiation skills, strong organizational abilities, and clear communication.

• Purchasing/Procurement
• Materials Management
• Inventory
• Excel Pivot Tables

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level:
  Experienced

• Experienced
• 3 years

• No Degree Required

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact