Procurement Buyer and Planner

Job Summary

Responsible for negotiating the purchase of goods and services from suppliers, performing/participating in strategic sourcing initiatives and tactical sourcing requirements.  Work closely with the Category Managers in sourcing initiatives and RFP/RFQ processes and negotiations. Fulfill internal order requisitions via existing inventory, repaired assets in progress, or Purchase Orders for procurement from approved suppliers.  Responsible to administer and manage removed assets to ensure they are processed for repair and or other disposition. The Procurement Buyer and Planner will be expected to perform various leadership functions including direction, support, and coaching for Buyers and Associate Buyers.  

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:  

• Communicate frequently with vendors, internal supply chain, and management to determine buy, make or loan decisions. 
• Monitor maintenance project progress for planned materials regularly and report project status to management.
• Manage procurement projects covering the areas of purchasing, contracting, sourcing, and commodity management.
• Develop innovative approaches to review procurement process effectiveness and explore logistics solutions for customers and suppliers. 
• Assist and provide oversight on the proper processing of cores, warranty items and insurance claims.
• Use data mining techniques for use in proper procurement analysis to establish inventory levels.
• Identify, develop, and document standard processes that improve supply chain/ procurement performance.   
• Responsible to process material requests with appropriate urgency to meet company needs, especially for AOG and Rush orders. Track order status and maintain proper channels of communication, including proper escalation to management, in accordance with company policy.  
• Perform procurement and repair processing for aircraft parts, medical devices, and ground equipment. 
• Support Category Managers with Strategic Sourcing activities for parts and services; including negotiations, pricing, and supplier management.  
• Any additional job or project assignments as needed

Additional Job Requirements

• Ability to support off hour emergency support phone line
• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling < 10%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position.  All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.           

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college plus APICS/CPIM certification and 5+ years of experience as a Buyer or in similar procurement role 
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from four-year college or university or equivalent military or professional leadership experience, and 1-3 years of experience as a Buyer or similar procurement role preferred.  
• Demonstrated success in data gathering and analysis for process improvement implementation.
• Knowledge of business systems including ERP (Microsoft Dynamics), RAMCO and eProcurement (Coupa) preferred 

Skills  

• Demonstrates high critical thinking, reasoning skills, and strong attention to detail while working in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Proficient in eProcurement tools (Preferably Coupa) 

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)