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Job Description:

The Purchasing Administrator works in a dynamic office environment consisting of Administrative, Business Professional and Management personnel. The group is very dependent on one another with day-to-day activities. Environment can be fast paced at times. He/She will review, and process Material Requests (MR) submitted and routed to buyer via buyer worksheets. These worksheets provide the opportunity to analyze the request and discuss with the appropriate groups before a purchase is made. Submit request for quote (RFQ) to vendors that support or list the specific product or product line.

Responsibilities include:

Responsible for receiving and evaluating solicited quotes for purchase of components within the area of responsibility.Support purchases with continual market value research for components or products purchased within the area of responsibility.Follow purchasing procedures for bids/quotes and negotiate with the selected vendors to provide the best overall value.Help other purchasing agents as directed. Review mismatch voucher report and correct purchase orders (PO) as required to clear items.Communicate with suppliers on a regular basis regarding purchase order status and action plans for products exceeding promised delivery dates or schedules.Follow up on the Aging PO Report for past due PO’s.Follow up on open purchase orders not quoted or invoiced.

Required Skills: 

Demonstrated knowledge or previous experience in aircraft materials/component repair cycle, and/or general Finance and Accounting knowledge.Detail oriented, strong communication/interpersonal skills.Willingness to continuously learn new skills.Professionalism, team oriented, strong problem-solving skills and ability to organize/prioritize workload.

Preferred Skills:  

Previous MIPS and Airline inventory experience preferred, but not critical for success.Knowledge of the Aircraft Materials mission statement and purpose.

Interpersonal Skills:  
Good prioritization skills. Must be a team player. High self-accountability. Self-Starter with the ability to learn quickly and retain information. Ability to work in a regulated environment with minimal supervision. Must have great attention to detail. Must be able to clearly communicate with internal and external customers. Ability to interact and work with Administrative, Business Professionals and Management daily.

Grade 9

Monday-Friday 0800-1630

Flex time (will discuss)

Office environment

1 year commitment

OTHER CRITERIA:

Last day to apply for internal applicants is 11:59pm EST on 04/10/2025.Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to self-relocate.No Relocation assistance offered.Employer will not sponsor visas for position.

Employee Type:

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.