Maintenance Material Planner

Job Description

The Maintenance Material Planner reports to the Manager of Inventory and is responsible for the cost-effective, efficient procurement, and shipping of aircraft spares to meet the requirements of the Aircraft Maintenance Organizations in order minimize unscheduled ground time due to materials.

Procures and ensures delivery of material to meet aircraft requirements. Ensures that all materials procured meet Mesa Air Group and FAA standards for quality. Coordinates MEL requirements with Maintenance control, Tech desk, and Maintenance Managers to ensure parts are available for overnight maintenance. Seeks out and evaluates new sources of supply vendors to achieve cost reduction goals without jeopardizing quality or delivery. Procures and processes material requisitions following Mesa Air Group purchasing procedures. Alerts management to any irregularities of material requisitions and vendor improprieties. Provides all required departments with current status of open requisitions and purchase orders. Coordinates and communicates with Materials/Receiving Department on receipt of purchase orders; resolves any discrepancies with vendors on quantity, pricing, or documentation. Performs any other duties as required or directed.RequirementsMust have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent Bachelor's Degree Strongly Preferred Must be organized and detail orientated Must have strong verbal and written communication skills Must be able to work a flexible schedule Strong Negotiation skills. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high stressed, high demand environment