SUMMARY The Pricing Analyst will ensure that AAR is receiving the best overall price and continues to build strong relationships with the company vendors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop a strong relationship with all vendors and ensure that AAR is getting the best possible price. Get quotes on goods, services and parts to determine if AAR is receiving the best possible price. Solicit bids, analyze those quotes and recommend to Management who is the best overall vendor, looking at price, reputations, etc. Full knowledge of AAR policies and procedures. All paperwork related and necessary of the parts and ensure that it meets AARs quality requirement. Expedite and monitor materials shipments from freight forwarders and suppliers to ensure prompt delivery. Liaise to provide prompt feedback with internal and external customers in a timely manner. Some travel may be required. All other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES Commitment to company values and ethics. Dependability- personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately. Motivation- must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy. Time management- ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and effectively deal with tight deadlines and pressure Negotiating skills- must have confidence and the ability to be persuasive and assertive Communication- excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills Organization- very detail oriented and always comes prepared