Purchasing Coordinator

Purchasing Coordinator Jet Midwest is a full-service commercial aviation company, specializing in the sale and lease of commercial aircraft, engines, and parts as well as aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services to the aviation industry. This position is located at the Kansas City International Airport Area, in the former TWA Overhaul Base facility. We are looking for a motivated, high-energy team member to join our Materials Operations Team. The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for purchasing services, materials, supplies and product inventory to support the business operations. To be successful, you will need to utilize excellent research, negotiation and prospecting skills, organizational skills, and a service-focused mindset daily. Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Create accurate purchase orders, track through delivery and work with suppliers, finance, receiving and other internal departments to assist with the review/resolution of discrepancies Draft, seek budget approval, and submit requests for quotes Initiate warranty claims between company and vendor as needed for defective or damaged materials Work closely with all departments to ensure accurate and timely response to internal and external customers Work collaboratively with Quality to ensure all purchased material conforms to requirements Build and develop relationships with key vendors Additional job duties as assigned Professional communication, Microsoft Office, rapport building, customer service, time management, project management, and team collaboration are also required.