Purchasing Officer

Your Opportunity

Jet Aviation is seeking a Purchasing Officer to support the Cairns Base MRO purchasing activities to meet external customer requirements.

In this role, you will manage purchasing activities that support aircraft maintenance operations while ensuring materials are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and delivered on time. You may also support additional purchasing requirements across avionics, consumables and aircraft maintenance materials.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global aviation organisation and contribute to a high-performing maintenance operation.

Your Responsibilities

As Purchasing Officer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end purchasing process including:

Purchasing & Supply Coordination

• Process and expedite purchase orders ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
• Respond to urgent AOG (Aircraft on Ground) requirements to minimise operational delays.
• Source aircraft parts and equipment that meet customer requirements.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and delivery timelines.

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

• Liaise with internal Sales, Customer Service teams and operational departments regarding materials pricing, lead times and arrival updates.
• Maintain open communication with suppliers regarding quality, availability and delivery.
• Work with freight forwarders and customs agents to coordinate inbound shipments and customs clearance.
• Source new vendors and alternative suppliers to maintain supply continuity.

Inventory & Cost Management

• Maintain sufficient inventory levels while minimising financial impact on the business.
• Maintain accurate records of part numbers, lead times, pricing and supplier information.
• Minimise surplus stock and support working capital efficiency.
• Support budget controls through material variance monitoring and cyclical stocktaking.

Compliance & Administration

• Reconcile goods receipt and invoice discrepancies.
• Approve import freight, duty and customs invoices.
• Manage returns of new parts to vendors for credit or replacement.
• Maintain quarantine stock registers and ensure stock remains current.
• Ensure all handling of company and customer materials complies with Jet Aviation policies.

Additional Duties

• Provide support for warranty and exchange issues where required.
• Ensure compliance with distributor and service centre agreements.
• Actively support Jet Aviation Core Values and Safety, Security and Environmental policies.

What Will Help You Succeed

Essential

• Experience in logistics, procurement or a similar operational environment.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills within internal teams and suppliers.
• Knowledge of packaging and shipping requirements, including dangerous goods.
• Strong computer skills including corporate systems and Microsoft Office.
• Financial administration experience including purchasing and credit card reconciliation.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and digital).
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Desirable

• Results-driven and customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to work autonomously and follow detailed procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative when managing supply challenges.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to work.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.

Why Jet Aviation?

Working at Jet Aviation means becoming part of a global aviation organisation committed to excellence, safety and service.

At our Cairns Operation you will:

• Join a globally recognised aviation brand
• Work within a collaborative maintenance and operations team
• Contribute to supporting critical aircraft operations
• Be part of a company that values safety, quality and professionalism

How to Apply?

Applications must include:

• Confirmation of your legal right to work in Australia
• A cover letter (1–2 pages maximum) outlining how you meet the requirements of this role
• An updated resume

Please note: If you are currently a Jet Aviation Employee, please apply via your employee JA SuccessFactors under 'Careers'.