Supply Chain Specialist; Entry Level

Overview

Support the selling function and carry out a variety of tasks and functions. Responsible for maintaining efficient and profitable support for the day-to-day operations of the Product Line.

• Learn all aspects of the respective product line and or repair group and serve as a technical expert.
• Proactively drive vendor relationships and serve as the primary contact for AAR.
• Maximize sales and margin objectives of respective product line.
• Expand existing traditional business.
• Identify and pursue purchase opportunities available in the marketplace.
• Support existing outside sales force.
• Plan, schedule, and manage inventory for respective product lines.
• Identify inventory acquisition opportunities.
• Identify market trends and coordinate with sales groups to anticipate areas of opportunities.
• Ensure that inventory management and shareholder value is maximized.
• New Product Development Some travel may be required.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic negotiating, customer support skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers.
• Ability to articulate and compose business opportunities.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and highly technical environment.
• Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PC Literate (Word, Excel, and Access).

The anticipated salary range for this position is $63,000 to $65,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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 may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.