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American Airlines

Purchasing Assistant, Technical Operations

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A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.

$44,824 / year median in Oklahoma

-8% projected decline

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Purchasing Assistant, Technical Operations American Airlines - 3.9 Tulsa, OK Job Details 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance Benefits from day one Pet insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Intro Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you'll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you'll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board! Why you'll love this job This job is a member of the Technical Operations Team within Supply Chain. Responsible for ensuring the Supplier Management team has the required supplies, materials, support, etc., to complete required tasks. What you'll do Performs system updates (SCEPTRE, COUPA, Workbrain) for the processing of supplier related orders, invoicing, and team member PTO/Payroll. Interacts with American Airlines suppliers and supports the coordination of supplier meetings including security portal enrollment, calendar invites, and escorting to/from the venue. Issues, edits, and corrects purchase orders (PO), Repair Orders (RO), Form 3011s and Supplier Invoices Coordinates new hire onboarding, including ordering hardware/software required for the role. Perform order expediting functions as needed. Aids in the resolution of order discrepancies. Provides support and back-up for the Tech Ops Supplier Management Purchasing Assistant team. All you'll need for success Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience High School Diploma or GED equivalency 1-2 years relevant office environment experience Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience Experience in SCEPTRE, COUPA, & Workbrain Associate degree or 3 years relevant experience as an office manager or staff assistant Skills, Licenses & Certifications Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable Ability to fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable What you'll get Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
Travel Perks:
Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
Health Benefits:
On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
Wellness Programs:
We want you to be the best version of yourself - that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need. 401(k)
Program:
Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
Additional Benefits:
Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more Feel free to be yourself at American From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world. Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life's journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.