Job Information
SkyWest Airlines Purchasing Agent in St. George, Utah
About SkyWest
SkyWest is the largest regional airline in the United States and partners with four major airline carriers. More importantly, we’re known for our reliability, service and our professional employees who operate flights each day throughout North America. We have been esteemed as one of “America’s Best Employers” by Forbes and are known for an industry-leading workforce, an exceptional leadership team and our continued solid operational and economic performance.
SkyWest employees enjoy a distinctive and unmatched culture of teamwork, respect, quality and professionalism, along with world-class benefits such as:
401(k) match
Performance Rewards and Profit Sharing
Health care (medical, dental, and vision)
Discounted worldwide flight discounts and free on available open seating for you and your family with four of our major airlines (Delta, United, Alaska, and American)
Primary Job Duties
As a Purchasing Agent, you will work closely with assigned maintenance bases to ensure they have the parts needed for a successful operation.
Purchase parts for maintenance bases
Responsible for AOG and critical purchases
Evaluate costs for consumable inventory
Maintain accurate purchase file
Communicate with bases and vendors
Monitor and expedite orders
Minimum Requirements
No previous airline experience needed
We are looking for individuals with an interest in the airline industry who have the following traits -
Self-motivated
Good communication and people skills
Good computer skills, Microsoft Word & Excel
Ability to work independently and as an integral part of a team
Job knowledge is gained through on the job training.
Physical and Other Requirements
Must live near or be willing to relocate to St. George, UT (no remote work opportunities available for this position)
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time at a computer and perform repetitive computer functions.
Please complete the on-line application. Qualified applicants will be contacted.
This job posting may have an additional video interview requirement. Please monitor your email and junk folder for additional instructions.
SkyWest is committed to maintaining a working environment of satisfying employment and mutual respect for all of our employees, regardless of race, color, national ancestory, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age or military status. We have specific training plans and programs in place to maintain such an environment.