Expeditor, Supplier Management (Ft Worth, TX, US)

Location: DFW Hangar (DFW-HGR3) 
Additional Locations: None
Requisition ID: 30484 

Overview

Join us for a career with endless possibilities.

Looking for a job where a passion for innovation, a culture of teamwork, and opportunities for growth are valued and rewarded? You’ve come to the right place.

 

You don’t have to be an airline aficionado to join American Airlines. It takes more than cool planes to keep us ahead of the curve, and thanks to our team of behind the scenes professionals, we do just that. As the largest airline in the world, American Airlines is in the business of serving the global travel needs of our customers. At the core of the Company is our commitment to each customer and each employee. We are dedicated to developing and delivering what our customers value and are willing to pay for. Customer-centric planning, innovative marketing, and an exceptional customer experience are supported by a cadre of talented people.

 

What does it take to join us? We’re glad you asked! We expect exceptional skills in your discipline and a dedication to being the best as we relentlessly pursue our goal of being not just the largest airline in the world, but also the best airline in the world.

 

Fortunately, we’re building on almost a century of innovation and firsts in our industry – and we plan to continue that tradition of excellence.

About The Job

This job is a member of the Supply Chain Team within the Integrated Operations Division. This position will be responsible for supporting the Supplier Management group to assist Commodity Managers and Management in various Supplier Management tasks and issues. Includes locating & expediting parts in support of critical requirements, working within the MRP system to gather information and update the system as required, and utilizing Excel to create visibility & status on vendor performance.

 

Specifically, you’ll do the following:

• ​Coordinates directly with outside vendors to expedite the return of aircraft components as required to support the company’s day to day material objectives
• Expedites AOG orders as required
• Communicates overdue orders to suppliers
• Reads maintenance/delivery schedules & inventory reports to determine priority of materials required
• Provides shipping and delivery information to all necessary workgroups
• Updates FMR or log pages with current delivery information

About The Job (Continued)

• Develops and updates Excel based reports, status and charts visibility
• Maintains appropriate purchasing files and data within purchasing software programs
• Assists Buyers to obtain quotes and Purchase Order status
• Works with internal departments as well as suppliers to correct any discrepancies in shipping, invoicing, quality, and part number & quantity mismatches
• Assists the Commodity Managers in resolving invoice issues

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in related field or equivalent experience/training
• ​Knowledge and functionality in Microsoft Office in Excel, Word, Excel, etc.
• Analytical skills and proactive problem resolutional ability
• Ability to think outside the box
• Possess innovative thinking skills with a high degree of motivation
• Ability to manage multiple task while dealing with disruptions and change
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and practices

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Logistics Management, or Finance
• 1 year in warehouse or expeditor role or Supply Chain experience

Additional Locations: None
Requisition ID: 30484 

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