Director of Strategic Sourcing and AcquisitionsAvmax Careers - Canada • Calgary, AB, Canada
Director of Strategic Sourcing and Acquisitions
Avmax Careers - Canada • Calgary, AB, Canada
13 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
- Permanent
Job descriptionLead procurement and acquisition activities for high-value, project-specific purchases, including tear-down asset acquisitions, ensuring alignment with project timelines, technical specifications, and commercial objectives. Oversee asset replenishment and project-driven sourcing requirements, balancing cost, lead time, inventory risk, and operational priorities. Establish and oversee inventory replenishment strategies to optimize stock availability, working capital, and pricing performance. Develop and maintain sourcing strategies for key product categories, leveraging market intelligence to negotiate favorable terms and pricing. Provide strategic data analysis on cost trends, supplier performance, and purchasing activities to support decision making and continuous improvement. Support sales initiatives through strategic sourcing, pricing support, and supplier negotiations, contributing directly to deal execution and revenue generation. Oversee delivery schedules and logistics coordination for project-based acquisitions, ensuring on-time fulfillment and compliance with contractual and operational requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders to support project success, including : Sales Repairs Parts Purchasing Product Improvement Provide a high level of internal and external customer service in accordance with Avmax operational standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Post-secondary education in business, aviation, or a related field is considered an asset; an equivalent combination of education and senior-level experience will be considered. Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain working relationships with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and commercial decision-making skills, including the ability to evaluate cost, risk, and value in complex sourcing and acquisition scenarios. Proven ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement in high-value, high impact sourcing and acquisition decisions. Demonstrated capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strategic focus and execution discipline. Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in purchasing, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, including responsibility for high-value or complex acquisitions. Demonstrated expertise in commercial negotiations, contract structuring, and deal execution, supporting both sourcing and sales initiatives. Experience in the aviation industry is considered an asset. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Depending on qualifications, selected candidates may be offered a role at a more appropriate level. Avmax Group offers a competitive compensation package including an optimal benefits plan and pension plan. Avmax Group Inc. is dedicated to, and prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all of our employees. Avmax Group Inc. has specific policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices on the basis of the protected grounds dictated by Canadian legislation. We therefore encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women. Avmax will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your HR Representative. Information relating to the needs for accommodation measure will be addressed confidentially. Candidates may request a copy of Avmax's accommodation policy upon request. In order to be in compliance with the law, employees must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Job Description
Job Description
Employment Type : Full-time Permanent
Location : Calgary, AB
Division / Department : Spares
Available vacancies : 1
About Avmax :
Avmax is a diverse company offering every product and service related to aviation. We have locations, operations, and deployment worldwide.
Our vision at Avmax Group Inc. ("Avmax") is to simplify our customers' aviation needs through dependable, globally integrated services with trusted results. Established in 1976, our locations include : Calgary (HQ) and Vancouver in Canada, Great Falls and Jacksonville in the USA, Nairobi in Kenya, and N'Djamena in Chad.
Avmax offers the following capabilities : Aircraft Leasing, Airline Operations, Avionics, Component Repairs, Engineering, MRO, Paint and Spares. Avmax's engineering division is a Transport Canada authorized Design Approval Organization (DAO). Avmax's maintenance division is a Transport Canada authorized Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO).
Why work at Avmax?
Avmax has a diverse workforce with opportunity for growth and career advancements. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages, flexibility, work-life balance and a friendly working environment.
We are proud of our work and commitment to create one of the leading workforce, products and services in the Aviation industry.
About the Role : Reporting
The Director of Strategic Sourcing and Acquisition (Spares) reports directly to the Vice President of Spares.
Core Competencies
- Commercial and financial acumen
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Inventory replenishment Strategy
- Professionalism
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Customer service and sales orientation
- Negotiation skills
Duties & Responsibilities
Inventory
Qualifications
Experience
Our recruitment commitments :
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