Aviation Materials Buyer

Aviation Materials Buyer in Columbus, Ohio | Careers at Columbus

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Aviation Materials Buyer Requisition ID: 2026-5776 Category: Maintenance CAMO/Part 135 Location: Columbus Work Base: Onsite / Office Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Job Profile The Aviation Materials Buyer in Columbus, OH reports to the VP of Procurement and Materials. The Materials Buyer is responsible for the accurate and time-sensitive function of procuring and managing aircraft components to support the various fleet types that Jet Select operates. This is done in accordance with established processes set by department.

Jet Select is an affiliated operating partner of Vista in the US - the largest charter group in private aviation and the worlds first private aviation ecosystem, integrating a unique portfolio of companies offering asset-light solutions to cover all key aspects of business aviation. Vista has a global reach with operational hubs across the globe and an expert workforce of over 4,000 aviation professionals. Vistas fast-paced growth and its relationship with the best partner operators open the door to lifelong career opportunities across the group - to create the best service in business aviation, in every region in the world.

Your Responsibilities:

• Processes and actions requisition for parts purchase submitted by mx control, planning and site managers with appropriate warranty review, aircraft contract application and correct vendor selection.
• Situational awareness of aircraft maintenance event is imperative and critical.
• Responsible for identifying and properly processing cores and warranty transactions, as necessary.
• Manages existing inventory by transferring and/or allocating correctly for maximum benefit for company, including issuing and receiving purchase orders, service orders and interfacing with multiple departments within company and external vendors.
• Reviews part consumption during maintenance events to confirm installation and return of unused parts, cores and failures, as needed.

Required Experience, Qualifications, and Education:

• High School Diploma
• Two years technical buying experience in FAR Part 135, 91 or 121 environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products
• Experienced with utilizing aviation software that includes inventory management, maintenance and repair
• Working knowledge of domestic and international shipping, including dangerous goods
• Must be a team player with the ability to multi-task and work accurately and efficiently under pressure.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) plan with generous company match with full and immediate vesting
• Company Paid Life, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Mental Health Wellness Program
• Empty Leg Flight Benefits & Customized Travel
• Site with Delta Airlines

The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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