What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parts Buyer position at Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd?
Description
Take-off with Pilatus! If you would like to be part of an outstanding team of aviation enthusiasts, we invite you to explore our job opportunity in Chamblee, GA. The Parts Buyer is responsible for procurement of aircraft parts, consumables, and repair services in support of maintenance and operational requirements. This position supports timely material acquisition, vendor coordination, inventory availability, and regulatory compliance while ensuring accurate documentation and cost-effective purchasing activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Procurement of aircraft parts, components, consumables, and repair services to support operational and AOG requirements
- Review and processing of purchase requisitions and purchase orders within ERP system
- Sourcing of materials from approved vendors based on pricing, availability, lead time, and operational urgency
- Coordination with Maintenance, Avionics, Warehouse, and other departments regarding material requirements and delivery timelines
- Monitoring of open purchase orders, vendor performance, and resolution of material discrepancies or documentation issues
- Maintenance of purchasing records and support of inventory planning, traceability, and regulatory compliance requirements
Requirements
- Ideal candidate has minimum 5 years of aviation purchasing, procurement, or materials management experience preferred
- Working knowledge of aircraft parts traceability, FAA documentation standards, and illustrated parts catalogs
- Experience supporting AOG operations and time-sensitive material sourcing activities preferred
- Strong computer proficiency and experience working within ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong organizational, communication, and vendor coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
What We Offer
- 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
- 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
- Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
- 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
- Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
- Tuition assistance available annually after the first year
The pay rate for this position is $27.00- $31.00 per hour depending on experience. Pay rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application as soon as possible. Please note that this announcement may close at any time, early applications are encouraged.
With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.
Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $9,600