Senior Technical Procurement Officer at Air Peace

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this job description is to define the strategic and operational requirements for a Senior Technical Procurement Officer. This role is responsible for leading the end-to-end strategic sourcing and acquisition of aircraft components, ground support equipment, and specialized technical services. This role ensures the seamless availability of critical assets while maintaining strict compliance with global aviation safety standards (FAA/EASA) and optimizing supply chain costs to support operational readiness and fleet reliability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews present policies and procedures regarding purchasing and develops a system and technique of economical purchasing, and discusses with the supervisor.
• Ensures that purchase orders are placed per existing company policy and procedures.
• Designs and administers saving programs and procedures in coordination with the concerned sections.
• Maintains updated price catalogues under his/her responsibility. Assures five Rights prior to issuance of purchase orders.
• Keeps records of vendors' performance & provides reports when required. Prepares and reviews the monthly activities and submits to his immediate supervisor. Co-ordinates with finance and ensures that payments are affected in time.
• Ensures that rejected materials are returned to vendor for credit or replacement. Periodically reviews open POS to ensure timely receipt and closure of the orders.
• Evaluates vendors' Invoices & processes Change Notices for every repair order (R/O). Establish future requirements based on the historical compiled data.
• Pursues warranty claims for materials that fail to provide service at the initial acquisition. Reviews and negotiates on
• purchase/repair cost estimates before getting approval.
• Expedites orders in coordination with vendors, logistics, freight forwarders and clearing agents. Co-ordinates with Stores, Logistics and maintenance planning regarding parts requirements and ensures availability of required parts for all aircraft undergoing major maintenance.
• Administers warranty service agreements and ensures APL gets the maximum out of it. Keeps records of vendors' performance & provides reports when required.
• Prepares and reviews the monthly activities and submits to his immediate supervisor upon request

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

• BSC/BA Degree in Supply Chain/Contract Management/Engineering
• Strategic Sourcing and Category Management
• Good negotiation prowels
• Supplier Relationship Management.
• Risk Management
• Cost Management
• Analytical Skills
• Contract Management
• Technical Proficiency
• Communication Skills
• Ethical and Sustainable Sourcing