Purchasing and Materials Manager

Do you have seven (7) years of experience in Supply Chain Management, preferable in the aviation industry or similar environment? Do you focus on customer loyalty and have a great relationship with vendors? If so, APPLY TODAY!

Dassault Falcon Jet is building a state of the art 54,000 square foot flagship Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at the Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) in Melbourne, Florida. Dassault Flacon Jet will serve customers across North and South America and beyond, the complex will accommodate all current Falcon models, (including the new, ultra-long-range Falcon 10X, the largest purpose-built business jet), and will be capable of performing major maintenance and modifications on up to 18 Falcon models.

Dassault Falcon Jet in Melbourne, FL is seeking a full timework Purchasing and Materials Manager who will be responsible for supervising the daily operations of the Purchasing and Materials group, driving efficiency gains and collaborating with internal customers. This position will identify, implement and measure departmental goals and KPI?s. It is crucial that this person displays leadership skills, such as adaptability, proactive communication; solutions based problem solving and professionalism.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Supervise the Buyers’ and Materials employees daily work, maintains knowledge of all interfacing areas within the Company to ensure continuity of materials and paperwork flow.
• Perform management responsibilities and recommend related actions, for example, hire/fire, disciplinary actions, performance appraisals, training and certifications, work assignments, scheduling vacation, and monitoring attendance.
• Monitor sustaining activities, projects, and levels of customer service (e.g., performance metrics) for materials and purchasing functions and report status, issues, and risks to management on a scheduled basis.
• Meet with vendors and carriers to negotiate contract items, for example, price, delivery, quality and quantity.
• Administer vendor and carrier contracts to ensure provision of agreed upon service(s) and/or products(s).
• Research/Support and resolve invoice discrepancies, errors and payment issues.
• Review, revise, and/or develop processes and guidelines in support of materials and purchasing function
• Review opportunities for improvement and suggest/implement same.
• Perform special projects concerning, for example, inventory, vendor issues, and credit holds.
• Develop the supply chain team and raise the competency level.
• Actively participate in and support network projects.
• Provide the necessary leadership and direction to integrate continuous improvement in all areas of the Supply Chain.
• Communicates company goals and objectives to the staff and communicates the staff’s suggestions and concerns to management, as appropriate.
• Prepares department capital and operating budgets, monitors and controls expenses. Develop capital requests required for budgets and implements after approval.
• Prepare and present accurate and timely reports to management on areas of responsibility.
• Communicates company and department goals and objectives to the staff and communicates the staff’s suggestions and concerns to management, as appropriate.
• Prepares department capital and operating budgets, monitors and controls expenses. Develops capital requests required for budgets and implements after approval.
• Prepares and presents accurate and timely reports to management on areas of responsibility.
• Provides leadership, guidance and support for assigned personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Responsibilities:

• Adhere to General Work Requirements.
• Observes company rules and regulations, including housekeeping and proper use of safety methods and the safe operation of equipment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Business Management or Supply Chain Management.
• Seven (7) years’ experience related in Supply Chain management, preferably in aviation industry or in a similar environment.
• Three (3) years supervisory experience and three (3) years of project management experience.
• Working knowledge of computerized material and distribution management systems.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to create partnerships, and resolve conflict between work teams and building high quality relationships across the organization.
• Proficiency in PC use, MS Office suite, Corridor including Outlook and Excel.

Working Conditions:

• Office and warehouse environment.
• Occasional exposure to aircraft engine noise and fumes.
• Limited exposure to seasonal weather.

Dassault Benefits

• Company paid shut down between Christmas and New Years
• Fifteen (15) days accrued paid vacation
• Six (6) paid sick days
• Six (6) paid Holidays
• Four (4) Floating Holidays per year
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Legal Plan
• Paternity Leave
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Private Pilot’s License Assistance Program
• Banking Services
• Fitness Center/Gym Membership
• Tuition Assistance program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Falcon Lift
• Commuter Plan
• DFJ Discounts and Employee Perks
• Auto Partner Programs