The Buyer is responsible for managing the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing products through part delivery, for the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) depot supporting an operational program at AAR in service of a government customer. This role includes resolving product and cost discrepancies, evaluating supplier performance, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. The Buyer ensures AAR receives the best overall value while building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. Additionally, the Buyer ensures compliance with all applicable requirements, supports other procurement initiatives as needed, and actively identifies continuous improvement opportunities while performing all assigned duties.

What you will be responsible for:  

• Develop strong relationships with all vendors and ensure that AAR is getting the best possible services, value, and prices on quotes and purchase orders.

• Expedite purchase orders.

• Identify and make improvements in overall inventory processes by reviewing and optimizing stock levels.

• Understand market conditions and opportunities to leverage AARs volume in the marketplace.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, internal customers and other key stakeholders.

• Source, solicit, and negotiate pricing with qualified vendors for products and services to ensure AAR receives the best overall value, while maintaining proper documentation and filing in accordance with CPSR requirements.

• Analyze quotes and conduct source selection to determine the vendor(s) which provide the best value, or lowest price, while aligning with AAR’s operational requirements and meeting AAR policy and procedure requirements.

• Prepare for internal and external audits and make sure all policies and procedures are followed to ensure the highest standard of quality and compliance.

• Promote a team environment with a positive attitude.

• All other duties as assigned.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Ability to obtain a government CAC and a Secret Security Clearance (as required).

• Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Preferred background in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or Business Administration.

• Aviation experience preferred.

• PC literate (Word, Excel, Access).

• Any physical abilities required for the job (e.g., ability to lift a certain weight, stand for long periods).

• This position requires compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Candidates must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or individual admitted as a refugee or granted asylum).

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:  

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Generous paid time off program

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.

• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

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