Are you ready to take your aviation career to new heights? At Alpine Aerotech, we don't just maintain helicopters - we keep them flying worldwide.

As a full-service rotorcraft support center, we're proud to be one of the largest and most trusted Bell Customer Service Facilities in the world, as well as a recognized service center for Airbus and Leonardo helicopters.

From our humble beginnings in 1990 with just four employees to a team of more than 175 across Kelowna and Abbotsford, our growth reflects over 35 years of dedication, craftsmanship, and innovation.

If you're passionate about aviation and ready to be part of a team that thrives on excellence and collaboration, we're currently seeking a highly motivated Buyer to join our team in West Kelowna, BC.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer plays a vital role in supporting Alpine Aerotech's operational excellence through effective sourcing, procurement, and inventory management. As a key member of the supply chain team, they are responsible for selecting and qualifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards. The Buyer works closely with internal departments and external vendors to maintain reliable supply, optimize inventory levels, and identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives. With a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration, the Buyer contributes directly to the reliability, performance, and reputation of Alpine Aerotech.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BUYER

• Oversee all aspects of sourcing and procurement, including supplier selection, vendor qualification, contract negotiation, and compliance.

• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure reliable supply and service excellence.

• Optimize inventory levels through effective forecasting and inventory management to minimize costs and avoid shortages.

• Lead and support strategic sourcing initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve supplier performance.

• Establish and achieve annual KPIs that drive continuous improvement and align with company goals.

• Develop, implement, and maintain purchasing and inventory control policies and procedures to support operational efficiency.

• Fulfill additional duties as required.

• Uphold an unwavering standard of excellence that impeccable represents the Alpine Aerotech brand.

OUR MUST HAVES

• Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is considered an asset.

• Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) designation considered an asset.

• Valid driver's license.

• Superior Microsoft Office skills with advanced experience using MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to generate high quality deliverables.

• Strong time and project management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities while keeping stakeholders informed of progress.

• Robust interpersonal skills, high emotional intelligence, and professional maturity with demonstrated ability to effectively interact and build professional relationships.

• Awareness of the sensitivity of information received and appropriate handling.

• Know what it means to work smarter, not harder.

TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE

Aerotech's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. Our comprehensive and competitive total rewards package includes: dental, extended health, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, Employee & Family Assistance, Health Spending Account, and an RRSP matching program.

We are committed to employment equity and will consider the qualifications, education, knowledge and experience of all candidates.

The starting range for this role is $30.00 to $34.00 per hour.

NON-NEGOTIABLES

Please note that employment will be conditional upon successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history check

• Driver's Abstract review

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Alpine Aerotech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to allow our employees to reach their full potential.

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely Alpine Aerotech. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Alpine Aerotech, however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.