Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent Location: Montreal, Quebec ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI) FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation. FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland. JOB OVERVIEW The Purchasing Agent plays a key role in supporting the organization’s supply chain and operational efficiency. This position is responsible for coordinating purchase order related activities, managing follow-ups with supplier, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials across procurement cycle. Working closely with cross-functional stakeholders, the role contributes to timely material availability, quality standards, and continuous improvement of procurement processes. Compensation: The starting salary range for this position is $29.27 to $32.72 per hour, commensurate with skills, experience, and qualifications. With internal training, time, and career progression, hourly compensation may increase to a maximum of $39.07. This position is also eligible for overtime. Responsibilities: * Proactively manage purchase orders for materials and services, ensuring full compliance with corporate policies and procurement procedures * Support sourcing activities by assisting with request-for-quotation (RFQ) processes, bid analysis, and the preparation of purchase, repair, and compliance documentation * Contribute to the development and optimization of supplier relationships and sourcing strategies, under the guidance of the Supervisor or delegate * Ensure accurate and timely updates in the ERP system, including supplier data such as quotations, pricing, delivery schedules, and related information * Act as a key point of contact between procurement and cross-functional teams, including kitting/integration, production, engineering, and finance to support end-to-end supply chain needs * Oversee day-to-day supplier quality matters, including return processing, invoice discrepancies, and monitoring vendor performance Qualifications: * DEP or DEC from an accredited institution * Proven experience in supply chain, purchasing, or material management, including kitting, Kanban systems, shortage management, and logistics operations (parts issuance, returns, quality evaluations, etc.) * Bilingual proficiency required (French and English) * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with the ability to analyze data, manage reports, and take action on multiple datasets * Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to requests from various departments * Demonstrated capability to perform all job-related functions as outlined in Appendix A of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) * Eligibility for progression to Administrative Production based on business needs, as defined in Appendix A of the CBA and an approved requisition What we offer you: * Competitive compensation * Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves * Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment * Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals) * A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey * Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions * Medical Travel Insurance * Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations * A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning Equal Opportunity Statement: FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services. Language Requirements in Quebec: Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary to communicate with other company locations, partners and clients located outside Quebec, and to read, interpret, and produce documentation, correspondence, and reports in English as needed. #LI-PROMOTE

The Purchasing Agent manages purchase orders, coordinates with suppliers, and ensures the smooth flow of materials throughout the procurement cycle. They also act as a liaison between procurement and cross-functional teams to support supply chain needs and monitor vendor performance.

Candidates must possess a DEP or DEC from an accredited institution and have proven experience in supply chain or material management. Bilingual proficiency in French and English is required, along with strong organizational and data analysis skills.

• Vacation • Personal days • Holidays • Parental leave • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision coverage • Virtual health care • Wellness spending account • Employee & family assistance program • Medical travel insurance • Onsite fitness facilities • Registered retirement savings plan • Company matching contributions

• Supply chain managementPreferred
• Data analysisPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

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• Supply chain management
• Purchasing
• Material management
• Kitting
• Kanban systems
• Shortage management
• Logistics operations
• Data analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Bid analysis
• Vendor performance monitoring
• ERP systems
• Bilingual proficiency
• Organizational skills
• Procurement procedures
• Request For Quotation (RFQ)
• Operational Efficiency
• Supply Chain
• Virtual Health
• Organizational Skills
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Supplier Quality Management
• Data Analysis
• Bid Management
• Multilingualism
• Management
• Investments
• CFM International CFM56
• Collective Bargaining
• Procurement
• Continuous Improvement Process
• English Language
• Finance
• Financial Planning
• Cash Flows
• IAE V2500 Engine
• Invoicing
• Joint Ventures
• Kanban Principles
• Maintenance Repair And Operations (MRO)
• Operations
• Production Engineering
• Quotations
• Supplier Relationship Management

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting
• Purchasing Agent
• Purchasing Agent (General)
• Buyers
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week