As Purchasing Officer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end purchasing process including:

Purchasing & Supply Coordination

Process and expedite purchase orders ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
Respond to urgent AOG (Aircraft on Ground) requirements to minimise operational delays.
Source aircraft parts and equipment that meet customer requirements.
Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and delivery timelines.

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

Liaise with internal Sales, Customer Service teams and operational departments regarding materials pricing, lead times and arrival updates.
Maintain open communication with suppliers regarding quality, availability and delivery.
Work with freight forwarders and customs agents to coordinate inbound shipments and customs clearance.
Source new vendors and alternative suppliers to maintain supply continuity.

Inventory & Cost Management

Maintain sufficient inventory levels while minimising financial impact on the business.
Maintain accurate records of part numbers, lead times, pricing and supplier information.
Minimise surplus stock and support working capital efficiency.
Support budget controls through material variance monitoring and cyclical stocktaking.

Compliance & Administration

Reconcile goods receipt and invoice discrepancies.
Approve import freight, duty and customs invoices.
Manage returns of new parts to vendors for credit or replacement.
Maintain quarantine stock registers and ensure stock remains current.
Ensure all handling of company and customer materials complies with Jet Aviation policies.

Additional Duties

Provide support for warranty and exchange issues where required.
Ensure compliance with distributor and service centre agreements.
Actively support Jet Aviation Core Values and Safety, Security and Environmental policies.

Purchasing Officer