AV TRADE
Senior Purchasing Executive
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Serving the Aviation Industry
Avtrade is a leading global aircraft component service provider to the aviation industry, specialising in bespoke aircraft Component and Support Solutions.
With a UK Headquarters and global offices in Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Miami, and China, we provide an extensive range of services through local support and dedicated account management to customers worldwide.
Benefits of Working for Avtrade
- 25 days holiday
- Perkbox & free fresh fruit
- BUPA
- Holiday buy/sell scheme
- Cycle to work
- Company events such as summer and Christmas parties
- Departmental BBQs
- Unlimited hot and cold drinks
- Free EV charging points and free parking
- Enhanced sick pay (subject to length of service)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (subject to length of service)
- Games room (Xbox, TV, and alternatives to unwind)
- Employees' career and progression is high on the agenda
- Ongoing training and regular reviews provide an opportunity for our employees to discuss their career paths Benefits indicated with an asterisk will not be available for vacancies outside the UK, so check with the relevant hiring manager for a full list for the specific country hiring.
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Function
To assist the Purchasing Team Leader in ensuring smooth, efficient, and timely operation of all daily delivery aspects of the Purchasing function. To ensure that all processes are followed and purchases are handled in accordance with company procedures and meet all business requirements. Liaise with suppliers and deliver a high-quality service level, ensuring on-time deliveries. Develop Avtrade/Supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- To support the Purchasing Team Leader in ensuring team delivery of high-quality service levels to all Avtrade customers and internal department
- Coordinate Purchasing Teams daily activity, including time management to ensure all tasks are prioritised appropriately
- Purchase inventory for stock and specific customer requirements
- Assist with the review and purchase of non-stock items & commercial buys, both on standing orders and for specific requirements
- Utilise Avtrade Pooling solutions, maintaining optimum inventory levels to support Avtrade business
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Requirements (Must Have)
- Experience in an aircraft component, MRO, or trading environment essential.
- Up to 2 years experience of purchasing aircraft component inventory for stock essential
- Excellent knowledge of aircraft components with awareness of component conditions, certification, and airworthiness regulations
- Good understanding of IPC’s, alternative part numbers, and aircraft effectivity
- 1 year experience closing exchanges essential
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Why Work at Avtrade?
We are proud of our strong, diverse teams, who individually and collectively make Avtrade a great place to work.
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