Contracts and Purchasing Manager

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Contracts and Purchasing Program Manager with aviation experience for an opportunity in Atlanta, GA.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

LAUNCH is looking for an aggressive person who loves to negotiate for the position of a Contracts and Purchasing Manager.  This position will analyze costs related to parts repairs.  The best managers will be repsonsible for the following activates:

• Conduct market research and strategically sources goods and services utilizing completive bids when necessary.
• Enters into purchase agreements of goods and services for maintenance division to provide Aircraft Spares inventory and supplies.
• Support the acquisition of goods and services for other divisions when required.
• Monitor and analyze MROS requisitions.
• Monitor overdue purchase orders to ensure supplier performance and availability.
• Establishes order streams for certain components based on usage fir heavy maintenance, modification programs, or to meet usage requirements.
• Obtain the approval for goods and services that exceed $3000.00. Obtain authorization for approval on orders that exceed $3000.00.
• Assist in the sale of Surplus inventory and purchase inventory to support external vendors.
• Generate orders for goods and services to support the operation.
• Update the MROS PN Build.
• All specific job functions as outlined in associated maintenance GMM’s.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Supervisor – Purchasing.

Qualifications and requirements 

• Three years experience in the airline industry, preferably in maintenance or maintenance activity, preferred.

• Employee must be able to work core business hours from 8 to 5.

• Assist with reading, filing, and maintaining contracts.

• Support the general manager with special projects related to contracts and supporting programs.

• Track projects and associated tasks.

• Must be committed to developing the standard practices for the department to run effectively and efficiently. 

• Strong data entry skills a requirement.
• Purchasing, negotiation, and/or contract on the job experience.
• Basic business skills, such as reconciliation, phone etiquette, and e-mail communication;
•  Knowledge of databases and a working knowledge of Excel. 
• A professional who is willing to negotiate to get the best deal for the company.  Must have the ability to say no.
• Must be willing to perform other functions and duties as assigned by managers and supervisors.
• Must be willing to work any shift.
• Must be willing to work overtime (as requested).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.