Sales/Customer Support and Purchasing Specialist for Aerospace, Aviation, Military, Government and Defense Industries.
Greenwood Group
Ponca City, OK
07.2019 - 08.2026
Researched, quoted, and processed orders as Customer Support Specialist, prepared correspondence, and fulfilled customer needs to enhance satisfaction.
Maintained direct contact with customers before and/or after the sale.
Supported sales team by developing and maintaining positive customer relations, directly impacting service and product revenue. Sourcing of materials, supplies, and services that support operational requirements. Suppliers such as Textron/Beechcraft , Boeing and other approved suppliers.
Compiled and analyzed data to determine feasibility of purchasing products and establish price objectives.
Developed RFQ/RFIs, reviewed proposals, negotiated contracts, and selected or recommended suppliers; prepared request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.
Ensured comprehensive documentation of all customer interactions.
(Work from home)
Customer Support
Tulsair Beechcraft
Tulsa, OK
04.2010 - 07.2019
< Maintained incoming customer emails and phone calls to address inquiries and resolve issues.
< Managed the invoicing process for customers to streamline revenue collection.
< Prepared accurate quotes for customers to facilitate parts sales and enhance customer satisfaction.
< Managed customer files to ensure accurate and efficient record-keeping.
< Recorded customer orders in the database to maintain order accuracy.
Processed returns and warranty claims for customer products.
< Placing purchase orders with various vendors. Textron/Beechcraft, Pratt and Whitney, Boeing/Aviall and other approved suppliers.
< Purchase order expediting
(Work from home)
Purchasing/Parts Manager
Pro Star Aviation
Manchester, NH
03.2002 - 01.2009
< Managed vendor supply list, negotiating prices and services with key suppliers including Beechcraft, Collins, Pratt and Whitney, and Honeywell.
< Coordinated procurement processes to ensure timely supply of materials. for all Co. departments and several Bae Systems requirements
< Developed procedures and programs for procurement, stock levels, tracking of warranty parts and cores. Trained and proficient in Total FBO computer system.
< Established parts store room and tracking system for three departments, ensuring compliance with state and local health and safety regulations for consumables and chemical storage.
< Tracked stock levels and supplies to align with FAA Part 145 standards.
< Coordinated with floor technicians on parts requests and order fulfillment, creating forms and procedures to enhance accuracy in order documentation.
< Developed procedures, programs and forms for documentation of shipping and receiving. Trained shipping clerk on time critical AOG handling procedures and best methods and routing.
< Perform annual inventory audits of all stock items with reports
Supervisor RAPID (RAYTHEON/BEECHCRAFT/TEXTRON)AOG Customer Support
Raytheon Aircraft
Wichita, KS
01.1994 - 01.2002
Weekend supervisor AOG support /5 employees
< Primary focus on NetJets/Executive Jet Support
< Coordinated AOG and same-day delivery of parts to minimize downtime for customers.
< Managed 300+ incoming calls each weekend to address customer needs promptly.
< Coordinate all customer returns, warranties, credits, cores, etc.
< Developed and maintained relationships with customer accounts, operators, and maintenance facilities.
< Purchasing/expediting of parts
< Make outside sales visits
< Weekend shift back to back 18 hour days/Sat-Sun
Quotes/Part sales
General Aviation, Atlantic Aviation
Wilmington, DE
01.1987 - 01.1994
< Facilitated parts sales through precise quoting to meet customer needs
< Processed customer orders with attention to detail
< Handled incoming customer phone calls to address inquiries and provide support
< Conducted customer visits to enhance relationships and ensure satisfaction
< Manage customer files
< Updated technical data for IPC accuracy
Education
Cecil County Community College
North East, MD
01-1994
Goldy Beacom College
Wilmington, DE
01-1989
Skills
RFQ preparation
Contract negotiation
Supplier sourcing
Sourcing
Order Processing
Fast-paced Ordering and expediting
Account Management
Customer Relationship Management
Personal Information
Title: Experienced Customer Support and Procurement Specialist
Certifications & licenses
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Additional information
Computer Skills: QUANTUM, SAP/AS400/SOAR/TOTAL FBO. MS Office
Timeline
Sales/Customer Support and Purchasing Specialist for Aerospace, Aviation, Military, Government and Defense Industries.
Greenwood Group
07.2019 - 08.2026
Customer Support
Tulsair Beechcraft
04.2010 - 07.2019
Purchasing/Parts Manager
Pro Star Aviation
03.2002 - 01.2009
Supervisor RAPID (RAYTHEON/BEECHCRAFT/TEXTRON)AOG Customer Support