Junior Specialist Purchasing & Logistics

General Information

What we are looking for

To strengthen our small Purchasing & Logistics team at our Base Maintenance facility in Altenrhein, we are looking for a Junior Specialist Purchasing & Logistics. In this broad and varied role, you support the efficient supply of aircraft spare parts and components – covering the full purchasing and logistics cycle, from procurement and supplier coordination through to shipping, customs and documentation, as well as occasional sales of aircraft parts.
You work independently within a small, hands-on team, and occasionally support Line Maintenance where required. We are happy to welcome junior candidates and to grow the right person into the role.

Your main tasks

Purchasing & Procurement

• Independently manage an assigned area of purchasing in accordance with aviation regulations.
• Raise external purchase orders based on demand requests.
• Request quotations and negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Evaluate, assess and review suppliers on an ongoing basis.
• Check order confirmations, monitor delivery dates and follow up where necessary.
• In case of quality defects, arrange the return of material and request rectification from the supplier.
• Check invoices and clarify any discrepancies.
• Initiate stock orders and manage and reorder consumables (incl. regular min/max checks).

• Coordinate incoming and outgoing deliveries with freight forwarders.
• Handle the complete administration of goods to be shipped, incl. forwarding papers, proof of export, customs documents, proforma invoices and insurance.
• Manage import and export administration for aircraft and components sent for repair.
• Return exchange and warranty parts to suppliers, in coordination with Stores.

• Maintain and manage records and files in the maintenance software.
• Administer warranty claims with suppliers.
• Carry out occasional sales activities – both internal and to external third-party customers.

Your qualifications

• Commercial apprenticeship (KV) or an equivalent qualification.
• Some purchasing experience is an advantage – ideally from a technical environment; aviation-industry experience is not expected.
• Familiarity with our fleet types (e.g. DHC-6, ATR) is a plus, but not required.
• Good English is essential, as the majority of business communication is conducted in English.
• German is a strong benefit for day-to-day integration at our Altenrhein site, but is not a requirement.
• Good PC skills (Word / Excel); experience with maintenance or ERP systems is an advantage – relevant systems are covered during onboarding.
• A reliable, accurate and independent way of working, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Resilient, with good negotiation skills and the confidence to follow things through.
• A team player with a willingness to learn, a hands-on attitude and a practical, solution-oriented mindset.

What we offer

• A varied and responsible role with genuine ownership in a small, close-knit team.
• Structured onboarding and support to grow into the aviation industry – including training on our systems (Winair, LTB), Zimex procedures and Dangerous Goods (DG) – even without prior aviation experience.
• An international working environment in special mission aviation.
• A hands-on, on-site role at our maintenance facility in Altenrhein, close to the day-to-day operation.

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