Supply Chain Coordinator

National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, operates passenger charter service as well as customized military and commercial air cargo carriages worldwide. National Airlines specializes in over-sized, time sensitive, and special handling requirements, utilizing 747-400 and A-330 aircraft to accomplish its missions. 

Job Title: Supply Chain Coordinator

Location: Orlando, FL

Department: Purchasing

Reports to: SR Manager of Heavy Maintenance and Repair

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Summary: The Supply Chain Coordinator will be responsible for managing and optimizing the procurement, logistics, and inventory functions within National Airlines’ supply chain operations. This role ensures the timely and cost-effective movement of materials and parts necessary for aircraft maintenance, operations, and other business functions. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and experience in supply chain or logistics management within the aviation industry.

Position Expectations:

• Coordinate the procurement and distribution of aircraft parts, equipment, and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment of critical materials.
• Work closely with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments to optimize supply chain processes.
• Track shipments, manage logistics partners, and ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions, purchase orders, and supplier agreements.
• Manage vendor invoices, ensuring accurate processing, verification, and timely payment.
• Work directly with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support contract negotiations with suppliers to ensure cost-effective purchasing.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies related to supply chain operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency and cost savings.
• Collaborate with the AOG Desk, Repair, and Heavy Maintenance teams and operations teams to forecast supply needs and minimize downtime.
• Analyze data and generate reports on supply chain performance and cost analysis.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain management, preferably within the aviation or logistics industry.
• Knowledge of aviation supply chain regulations and procurement best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to travel as required.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, copy machine/printer.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e., business offices with computers, phones, printers, and overhead lights).
• Ability to work in a confined office or open cubicle environment

The work physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 

National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development. We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.

National Airlines also expects all our employees to support and promote our Safety Management System (SMS) Safety Policy and Safety Objectives. Employees at all levels of the organization are encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards without fear of reprisal.