Position Summary

Reporting to the Stores Manager, the Stores Purchaser is responsible for procuring parts and supplies for departments throughout Perimeter, maintaining inventory levels to meet Company demand.

Personal Characteristics

• Highly flexible, with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environment
• Professional and respectful, with a positive work attitude
• Timely with a high level of commitment to on-time performance is essential
• Motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• High level of respect, understanding and regard for First Nations communities

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Ensure that supplies are purchased and delivered as necessary
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and vendors via phone, e-mail and/or fax as necessary
• Maintain an organized work area
• Effectively co-ordinate with other purchasers for specific supplies and vendors
• Effectively co-ordinate with shops and personnel for purchasing requirements
• Ensure that all purchase orders are accurate and include all necessary information
• Match receiving reports to vendor invoices and forward to designated personnel for approval of payment
• File paperwork
• Use inventory management software to find, issue, receive and return parts and materials
• Conduct inventory counts, checks and adjustments
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Education, Experience and Certifications

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations
• Knowledge of Aircraft/Aviation parts considered an asset
• Customer Service Experience considered an asset
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Experience with Inventory Management Software considered an asset (WinAir preferred)
• Valid driver’s license considered an asset
• Indigenous and Cultural Awareness Training considered an asset

Working Conditions

• Physically able to perform all listed job duties
• Travel by aircraft and other means as required by role
• Various shifts at a fast pace in order to meet service level requirements of the airline
• Work in a shop environment with full range of movement including, but not limited to, bending, sitting, standing, lifting to a maximum of 50lbs, pushing and pulling daily