Senior Aviation Buyer

Senior Aviation Buyer

Pay: $30.00–$35.00/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday 7:30am-4:30pm 

Temp to Full

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Position Summary

A growing aviation company is seeking a highly experienced Senior Aviation Buyer to join its procurement team. This opportunity is ideal for a purchasing professional with 10+ years of aviation-specific buying experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at supplier negotiations, and has a proven ability to source hard-to-find aircraft components.

This is a senior-level role with high expectations. We're looking for a proactive, manager-caliber individual who brings industry expertise, confidence, and a strategic approach to purchasing while remaining hands-on in day-to-day procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure aircraft parts, components, materials, and related products from domestic and international suppliers. 
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, distributors, repair stations, and aviation suppliers. 
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, terms, and supplier agreements to maximize value and support company profitability. 
• Research and identify alternative sourcing solutions for difficult-to-find or obsolete aircraft components. 
• Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, pricing, responsiveness, and on-time delivery. 
• Partner with internal departments to ensure purchasing activities align with customer demand and operational priorities. 
• Monitor inventory levels and market trends to proactively identify purchasing opportunities and mitigate supply chain risks. 
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and ensure compliance with aviation industry standards and company procedures. 
• Identify process improvements and contribute to the ongoing development of procurement strategies. 

Qualifications

• 10+ years of purchasing experience within the aviation or aerospace industry required. 
• Extensive knowledge of aviation supply chains, aircraft parts, procurement practices, and supplier networks. 
• Proven success negotiating pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements. 
• Experience sourcing aftermarket aircraft parts, components, or MRO materials strongly preferred. 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities. 
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP or inventory management systems. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is more than a transactional buyer. The ideal candidate is a strategic procurement professional who:

• Brings a strong network of aviation suppliers and industry contacts. 
• Is resourceful and persistent when sourcing hard-to-find components. 
• Is confident negotiating with vendors and advocating for the best business outcome. 
• Operates with a strong sense of urgency, accountability, and ownership. 
• Demonstrates leadership qualities and can elevate the purchasing function through experience and initiative.
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