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Employment Type : Full-Time
Overview: dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.You Will:
Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price bids; confirming all orders with the VP of procurment and corporate team.- Submit all Purchase Orders to vendor(s) on a timely matter, and insuring delivery times are met.
- Transfer all CCP1/Purchase orders to Receiving Department before start of shift.
- Follow up on all incoming orders to ensure that all materials/products are within specifications; rely all issues to Purchasing Director.
- Compare incoming purchase orders with invoice to ensure proper specifications, maintain all records.
- Submit verified PO/Invoice to Office Assistant for reconciliation.
- Conduct inventory on all materials/products.
- Collect price list(s) from vendors based on vendor pricing change schedule; assist Purchasing team with bid spreadsheets and updating as needed.
- Maintain an updated vendor list, based on changes.
- Ensure necessary department is aware of product substitution, shortage, etc. in a timely matter, if any.
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
You Have:
Bachelors Degree or Associates Degree with 5 years of experience.- 10% Travel required
- Procurement background with emphasis in national contracts with distribution to multiple locations throughout North America.
- Must have experience with negotiating high dollar volumes.
- Exceptional Food and Beverage knowledge.
- Experience training others in a small and large group setting.
- Ability to produce, review, and maintain internal reporting.
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Good communicator verbally and written.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work with tight deadlines.
- Emphasis on customer service.
- Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
- Strong prioritization skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks.
Diversity Matters: We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we’re proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we’re committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata.