Purchasing Agent
WHO WE ARE
Epic Aircraft is a leading manufacturer of high-performance, all carbon-fiber, single-engine turboprop aircraft. Our commitment to innovation, safety, and excellence has established us as a key player in the aviation industry. Headquartered in the stunning city of Bend, Oregon, we offer a vibrant work environment surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. We're seeking talented and creative individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the aerospace industry.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As part of the Purchasing Department, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for order placement from our vendors and suppliers. Tasks include utilization of our forecasting system, projecting stock levels, monitoring the timeliness of deliveries, ensuring the adequate supply of all required materials, components, and equipment, delivering cost savings for the company, managing supplier relationships including price negotiation, helping to source alternative items, resolving disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers, maintaining current and accurate supplier programs, developing new relationships with distributors, and working to create and promote a safe environment. Some overtime and weekend hours may be requested. Other expectations may include:
- Verify purchase requisitions generated by forecasting system
- Projecting stock levels, monitoring deliveries, and ensuring the adequate supply of all required materials, components, and equipment
- Prepare purchase orders and verify specifications and prices
- Place orders with vendors and suppliers and continue follow-up to ensure delivery deadlines are met
- Keep information accessible by sorting and filing documents
- Provide purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
- Source alternative items as requested
- Resolve disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers
- Develop new relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Process returns for non-conforming materials and products
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
- 2+ years of Purchasing experience or Aerospace experience
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Possess the ability to work productively, affectively, and independently with initiative and drive under tight deadlines and pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality
- Willingness to learn, improve and adapt
- Relevant skills in Excel and Word
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
- Mid-level up to Experienced Purchasing Position
- On-the-job training and advancement opportunities
- Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
- Three (3) weeks of paid time off (Includes a paid week off between Christmas and New Year)
- Seven (7) paid holidays
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- 100% paid health, vision, and dental benefits for employees & 50% for dependents
- 401K retirement plan with a 3% matching program
- Pay increases based on performance
- Friendly team environment and fun company events