About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an independent, culturally diverse institution providing quality education and research in aviation, aerospace, engineering, and other related fields with residential campuses located in Daytona Beach, Florida and Prescott, Arizona. The University's Worldwide campus provides educational opportunities online and at approximately 130 locations throughout the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central/South America.

As the largest and most comprehensive aviation and aerospace-focused university in the world, Embry-Riddle is a unique institution. Over the past 90 years, the University has evolved with industry to break new ground and produce top-level graduates who serve the ever-changing needs of aviation and aerospace and other STEM-related disciplines. Embry-Riddle offers programs in seven primary fields of study including: Applied Science; Aviation; Business; Computers and Technology; Engineering; Safety, Security, and Intelligence; and Space.

For Academic Year 2021-22, there were over 11,100 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students that attended the University's residential campuses and approximately 20,195 students in total enrolled with the University around the world.

The Opportunity

Manages the purchasing for operational functions of Facilities Management and does purchasing and inventory necessary for the warehouse area of the Facilities Management Department including both operations and projects when necessary. Includes both computerized and manual processes, and distribution of all parts and materials with a focus on APPM consistency along with efficiency of completing campus repairs and maintenance functions. Establish suitable levels for all plant materials especially items used frequently for emergency purposes. Consults with Facilities Management colleagues to ensure efficient industry operations and to insure parts compatibility. Coordinates with all Facilities Management staff for anticipated materials for future job requirements. Prepares inventory control data to establish usage levels, shelf-life expectancy and economic point of reorder.

Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of the physical stock room area and conducting monthly cycle counts. Responsible for acquiring parts from and coordinating deliveries. Maintain a high level of appearance and professionalism. Candidate must have and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsible for backing up the Office Associate for the University Loaner Vehicle Program.

Assist in managing the entire Facilities Management Materials Acquisition system, both computerized and manual processes, to include procurement, tracking, and distribution, invoicing and budget reconciliation. Primary contact with university purchasing agents, accountants, Facilities personnel and vendors for the fulfillment of materials orders. Coordinate with Foremen for anticipated materials for future job requirements. Develop and formulate information for use by the Facilities Management, Manager of Facilities Operations, in order to maintain current expenditure levels and forecast trends.

Required Education:

• Read and comprehend instructions, write information, and complete simple forms.
• High school (or GED) level ability in spelling, grammar, basic composition, and math.

Required skills, knowledge, abilities:

Analytical skills with an in-depth knowledge of information systems and technical expertise with Microsoft operating systems, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook/email, and Internet end-user applications.

Required minimum number of years work related experience:

3-5 years