Materials Buyer

Description

Contour Airlines is a long-established aviation services company with diverse capabilities. At Contour Airlines, our core values are at the heart of everything that we do and every decision we make. Constant throughout all of our lines of business is a commitment to integrity and safety. Our team members consistently display an attitude of excellence and the ability to think like a customer.  We recognize that there is strength in unity and work together as a team to accomplish our ambitious goals.  

As a full-time employee of Contour Airlines:

• You are eligible for health, vision, and dental coverage as well as short-term/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance policies. If selected, these are effective on the first day of the month following your date of hire. Our current benefit enrollment guide will be provided during the onboarding process if you are selected for employment.
• You are eligible to participate in our 401(k) savings plan, which would also be effective the first day of the month following your date of hire. The Company match is up to 6%. Your eligibility to participate in this benefit will be in accordance with the normal practices and guidelines of the Company. Our current 401K enrollment guide will be provided during the onboarding process if you are selected for employment.
• You are eligible to receive paid sick leave. You can accrue up to 56 hours per year which will roll over each year until your sick bank reaches 480 hours.
• You are eligible to receive vested vacation hours. These hours are available to you on January 1^st following your date of hire.
• You are eligible for non-revenue/space available (NRSA) travel privileges after completing six active months of service.
• You are eligible for a variety of leaves of absence including medical leave, non-medical leave for the care of a family member, maternity leave, paternity leave, personal leave, etc. Specific information regarding Contour Airlines’ leave of absence policy is outlined in our Employee Handbook which will be provided to you during the onboarding process should you be selected for employment.

Additional information:

• The starting annual salary for this position is between $43,888.00 and $46,800.00 depending on your prior work experience. Each year and based on your job performance, you are eligible to receive an increase of 2.50% or more.
• When you work on a Contour Airlines observed holiday, you are eligible to receive holiday pay which is paid at 2 times your hourly rate. Specific information regarding Contour Airlines’ observed holiday policy is outlined in our Employee Handbook which will be provided to you during the onboarding process should you be selected for employment.

Contour Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, creed, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity or expression, familial status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected status.

Contour Airlines understands that some applicants may need reasonable accommodations. Please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@flycontour.com to discuss any specific needs that you may have.

Contour Airlines’ rapid growth has created exciting employment opportunities. We invite you to become part of the family.

Summary of Essential Duties:

• Purchase commodities and services to meet specialized or complex needs
• Make purchase decisions in accordance with company procedures and regulations
• Analyze purchase requisitions and review for accuracy and completion
• Follow proper channels to obtain purchase authorization according to company policy
• Determine the correct method to process purchase requisitions depending on total cost, timeliness, competitive bidding, and existing contracts
• Place orders to procure requisitioned items or services
• Solve problems with orders in an efficient and timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possess valid driver license and a good driving record.
• Solid knowledge of data analysis, inventory management software, and forecasting techniques
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal delivered with tact and professionalism.
• Proficient with computer applications including Microsoft office suite, Quantum, FOS, and CAMP software is a strong plus
• Able to pass a required 10 year work history review and submit to criminal history background and fingerprint checks.
• Authorized by law to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States.
• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.
• Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Able to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Maintain strong attention to detail.
• Experience in a warehouse setting, working with shipping or receiving.
• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the position. Please be advised that the duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.

Salary : $43,888 - $46,800