Supervisor, AOG Buyer at National Airlines

Description

National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, operates passenger charter service as well as customized military and commercial air cargo carriages worldwide. National Airlines specializes in over-sized, time sensitive, and special handling requirements, utilizing 747-400 and A-330 aircraft to accomplish its missions. 

Job Title: Supervisor AOG Buyer 

Location: Orlando, FL 

Department: Materials 

Reports To: Senior Manager AOG & Line Materials 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Summary: Supports Materials with providing critical part movement to fulfill variable demands that impact the operation of the airline. This entails arranging courier support and initiating direct contact with vendors/airline cargo units to meet the immediate requirement(s). Additionally, candidate provides real-time quotes (ETAs) and status updates to upper management, as well as Maintenance Control personnel. Position involves training of department personnel, ensuring all processes and procedures are complied with. 

Essential Functions: 

• Acts as AOG subject matter expert in recurring cross-functional staff meetings. 
• Coordinates internal part movements. 
• Responsible for increased levels of approvals and authorizations. 
• Maintains detailed records of all moving aircraft material. 
• Communicates updates through reports with various departments. 
• Works as liaison between Materials, Maintenance Control, Stores, and Line Maintenance 
• Maintains an awareness of Hazardous Materials shipping requirements. 
• Maintains 100% visibility on all moving material requirements. 
• Obtains proof of delivery by establishing positive contact with recipients  
• Determines appropriate service levels for material movement, based on priority of requirement. 
• Determines most cost-effective method of shipping. 
• Proactively reviews stock and usage levels. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications & Experience:  

• College degree in Business or related field required; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree. 
• 5+ years in airline/aviation experience or supply chain management/inventory control. 
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None 
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
• Self-initiative and ability to work independently with little supervision. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Must be able to work 8 to 12-hour shifts. 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA. 

Physical Demands: 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, copy machine/printer. 
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work 
• Light to moderate lifting up to 10 pounds. 

Work Environment: 

• Moderate noise (i.e., business offices with computers, phones, printers, and overhead lights). 
• Ability to work in a confined office or open cubicle environment 

The work physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed.? The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 

National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development.? We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.? We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.

National Airlines also expects all our employees to support and promote our Safety Management System (SMS) Safety Policy and Safety Objectives. Employees at all levels of the organization are encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards without fear of reprisal.