Manager of Purchasing & Stores
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Job Location:
Anchorage, AK - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Grant Aviation is an Alaskan regional air carrier serving rural Alaska since 1971. With bases in Bethel Emmonak Dillingham King Salmon Cold Bay Dutch Harbor Kenai and Anchorage Grant Aviation provides scheduled air transport of passengers cargo and mail as well as air ambulance and charter service. Grant Aviation employs approximately 400 people.
We believe that air travel isnt a luxury - its a necessity - and we are committed to creating a safe friendly and reliable experience for all our customers.
Our company is built upon respect for our customers employees and communities and we constantly work to improve our operations to ensure smooth travel and enjoyable experiences. We are professional while staying true to our Alaskan roots and commitment to the personal touch.
POSITION: Manager of Purchasing & Stores
The Manager of Purchasing & Stores (MP&S) oversees procurement inventory management storage and distribution of parts and supplies essential to company operations. This full-time position is based at our Anchorage offices located at the south end of Ted Stevens International Airport. This role ensures timely material and parts availability to support maintenance and operational needs while maintaining regulatory compliance and company policies. Reponsibilities include inventory planning cost-effective purchasing interdepartmental coordination supervision and training of Stores personnel and maintaining accurate records of purchases repairs and stock.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct and manage all purchasing inventory levels repair estimates storage shipping and receiving of company-controlled parts and supplies
- Establish and maintain accurate records of parts purchases repairs leases and inventory related to maintenance station operations and facilities/GSE.
- Develop and maintain minimum stock levels for critical components; coordinate closely with Director of Maintenance (DOM) to ensure adequate parts equipment and tooling.
- Oversee AOG and time-sensitive parts and materials including daily coordination with the DOM Fleet Logistics Coordinator and Maintenance Control; maintain the AOG Parts Tracker.
- Conduct receiving inspections and ensure proper documentation and record retention per company procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Management of Stores personnel including scheduling timecard management training task delegation and direct supervision.
- Maintain stockroom organization proper packaging handling and protection of inventory; safeguard company assets and ensure proper use of funds.
- Negotiate financially sound purchasing practices (excluding long-term vendor contracts).
- Coordinate with the Chief Inspector (CI) to ensure use of approved repair stations maintain regulatory records manage SUPS notifications and communicate maintenance provider or vendor changes.
- Participate in maintenance meetings CASS meetings and cross-departmental coordination meetings to support operational needs.
- Perform departmental and outstation support duties as required and assume other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 5 years of experience in an airlines materials/logistics department
- Valid Drivers License
- Ability to obtain SIDA badge
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite commercial maintenance and inventory management systems
- Bachelors degree in Aviation Management Logistics and Transportation or similar preferred
- Previous managerial experience desired
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Competitive pay - the salary range for this position starts around $105k annually. Pay will be set based on your experience aptitude and qualifications
- Medical dental and vision.
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D.
- PTO and paid holidays.
- Flight benefits.
- 401(k) program.
- Employee assistance program.
- HSA for qualified plans.
- Voluntary life insurance and AD&D.
- Voluntary short- and long-term disability.
- Voluntary accident critical illness and hospital indemnity.
Grant Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. Candidates seeking reasonable accommodation in the recruitment or employment processes should contact Human Resources at:
Candidates may be subject to pre-employment background checks and drug testing as a condition of employment.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Fashion Retail
- Inventory Control
- Store Management Experience
- Interviewing
- Management Experience
- Retail Sales
- Merchandising
- Performance Management
- Employment & Labor Law
- Cash Handling
- Retail Management
- Recruiting
About Company
Scheduled, Charter & Cargo Flights throughout Alaska. Operating from Bethel, Cold Bay, Dillingham, Dutch Harbor/Unalaska, Emmonak, Kenai and King Salmon
