Buyer I, Technical Purchasing

Responsibilities Managing requisitions for procurement actions sending request for quote to approved vendor sources for both current and new aircraft deliveries. Evaluate suppliers on price, quality, service and customer support, availability, reliability and selection. Prepare reports and review summary invoices for accuracy in order to correct discrepancies and ensure payment terms are met. Expedite open orders from suppliers to ensure customer orders and stock levels are met. Manages the procurement of related aircraft components by administering purchase orders, analyzing the related quotes and recommending next course of action. In depth understanding of AMIS & TRAX system in order to work within the AMIS & TRAX database and have a working knowledge of Illustrated Parts Catalog, Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and Engineering Orders to ensure components ordered meet maintenance requirements. Measure vendor performance, identify trends, monitor cycle times, calculate yield (cost and quality), etc. Knowledgeable on submitting and tracking purchase orders to approved suppliers Broad understanding of current contracts and how they apply to specific suppliers parts Communicate findings internally and externally, to the Purchasing Supervisor Negotiate reductions based on the analysis of quotes May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate. (e.g. emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments.) Qualifications Must possess strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills and meticulous attention to detail. Strong sense of financial responsibility. Positive attitude and work well with others. Think outside the box attitude. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Associate Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field with 3-5 years technical purchasing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. *Please be advised that you will be asked to complete a required assessment to be considered for this position. This assessment will be emailed to you after you apply. Please be sure to check your Spam folder and/or junk mail if you did not receive it. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our team members. Overview At Spirit Airlines, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet! Fly With A Winner: We are proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2022 and by LinkedIn as a Top Company in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Our constant growth and improvement means boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success. The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live. That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation. Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them. Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family. EEOC Statement Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other applicable employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a workplace free from harassment, discrimination, and retaliation because of age, sex (including pregnancy), race, national origin, disability, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.