Sales and Purchasing Manager

At Avocet Parts Trading, we are committed to providing quality aircraft parts, consumables, and other materials to our clients.  As we continue to grow and innovate, we are looking for an experienced, dedicated, and versatile professional to handle our purchasing, sales, and warehouse operations.  If you thrive in a dynamic, independent role and have a passion for aviation, this might be the job for you!

The Sales and Purchasing Manager, along with our Accounting Manager and Company President, will handle all aspects of procurement, sales, and inventory.  This role requires an individual with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of the aviation industry.

Job Duties

• Identify and cultivate sales opportunities for aircraft parts
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, including airlines, maintenance facilities, aircraft operators, etc.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, processing orders, and resolving issues in a timely manner
• Coordinate and execute shipping logistics, including packaging, labeling, and arranging transportation for timely delivery of orders
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with all shipping regulations and documentation requirements
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize inventory management and meet customer demands
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to inform sales strategies and decision-making
• Source vendors and place orders for parts and materials, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Coordinate with suppliers and buyers to confirm order details, shipping schedules, and any special requirements

Position Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in aircraft parts sales or purchasing
• Familiarity with inventory management systems (such as ILS) and ERP systems (such as Pentagon) preferred
• Strong computer skills - including logging in and managing accounts on multiple sites (Ex: eBay, ILS), photographing and posting items online for sales, generating shipping documents, searching online for information on parts and pricing, using email software, creating quotes and invoices, etc.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and industry events
• Self-motivated with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Authorized to work in the United States
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk and hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K
  
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Supplemental Insurance

Resumes will remain active for 90 days.

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