What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aircraft Parts Specialist position at Melbourne Flight Training?
The Aircraft Parts Specialist is responsible for sourcing, procuring, managing the acquisition of aircraft parts, and driving parts sales to internal and external customers. This role involves coordinating with suppliers, evaluating quotations, negotiating prices, ensuring timely delivery, maintaining accurate inventory levels, and identifying opportunities to market and sell parts. The Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the availability of high-quality parts, optimizing costs, minimizing downtime, and increasing revenue through strategic sales initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supplier Relationship Management:
- Identify, establish, and maintain relationships with reliable aircraft parts suppliers and manufacturers.
- Negotiate favorable terms, prices, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance, ensuring timely and consistent deliveries of parts.
Procurement Process:
- Analyze technical specifications and requirements to identify suitable parts for aircraft maintenance and repair.
- Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to understand their needs and requirements.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders based on approved requisitions, ensuring accuracy in part numbers, quantities, and pricing.
- Maintain accurate records, generate reports, and analyze data related to procurement activities, supplier performance, and inventory levels.
Parts Sales and Revenue Generation:
- Identify and develop sales opportunities for aircraft parts to internal and external customers.
- Build and maintain relationships with clients and distributors to increase parts sales.
- Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop promotional materials, pricing strategies, and campaigns for parts sales.
- Provide exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, offering technical guidance, and ensuring order accuracy.
- Track and analyze sales performance metrics to identify growth opportunities.
Price Analysis and Cost Optimization:
- Compare and evaluate supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing and cost-effectiveness.
- Explore opportunities for bulk purchasing, long-term agreements, and other strategies to reduce procurement costs.
Inventory Management & Logistics:
- Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, reorder points, and lead times for various aircraft parts.
- Coordinate with inventory control teams to ensure optimal stock levels and prevent shortages or overstock situations.
- Coordinate with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of aircraft parts to maintenance facilities and customers.
- Monitor shipping and transportation processes to address any delays or issues that may arise.
Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement:
- Collaborate with quality assurance personnel to verify the authenticity and quality of received parts.
- Perform periodic quality audits on suppliers to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Stay updated on industry trends, advancements, and regulations related to aircraft parts procurement and sales.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and enhanced efficiency within procurement and sales functions.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in aircraft parts procurement and/or sales, preferably within the aviation or aerospace industry.
- Strong knowledge of aircraft components, parts numbering systems, and technical specifications.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Sales-oriented mindset with a proven ability to identify and close opportunities.
- Proficiency in procurement software, CRM tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Familiarity with aviation regulations and quality standards (e.g., FAA regulations).
