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At Hawaiian Airlines, we are all about welcoming our guests with Hawaiian hospitality and aloha, and taking care of our people, our home, and the communities we serve. Join our ‘ohana and be a part of an exciting team of professionals dedicated to serving our kama‘āina and introducing our islands to the world!

• Position Summary*

The AOG Sourcing Specialist is part of twenty-four (24) hours, seven (7) days a week Material Management team responsible for the FAA compliant procurement, management, and delivery of aircraft materials, parts, equipment, and supplies. The AOG Sourcing Specialist will process purchase orders for Aircraft and Engine parts in support of Hawaiian’s fleet requirements; including but not limited to: AOGs, DMIs, Scheduled Maintenance events, Engineering Orders, fleet services etc. The AOG Sourcing Specialist will solicit and evaluate proposals for the requested commodities and is required to negotiate pricing for goods and services to ensure purchases drive the most cost competitive value in accordance with company compliance policies and procedures. Additionally, the AOG Sourcing Specialist will train and mentor associate specialists and be open to working flexible schedules including but not limited to after hours, weekend, and/or holidays.

• Key Responsibilities*

• Create and manage purchase orders for Aircraft and Engine parts in support of Hawaiian’s more complex fleet requirements; including but not limited to: AOG(s), DMI(s), Scheduled Maintenance Events, Engineering Orders, etc.

• In collaboration with maintenance and engineering, evaluate and select suppliers based on price, quality, service and customer support, availability, and reliability.

• Ensure parts are expedited with suppliers against required critical orders to ensure AOG and Work Stoppage orders are delivered on time.

• Monitor performance of larger suppliers to ensure order delivery dates are met, and order and invoice discrepancies are minimized. Recommend moving business to better performing suppliers.

• Responsible to effectively manage more complex commodity categories as assigned

• Support department to achieve annual corporate, Tech Ops, and Supply Chain priorities

• Negotiate cost reductions based on cost and price analysis and benchmarking

• Utilize Hawaiian Airlines ERP system, e-Commerce, and web-based order entry systems to manage order processing, and extract/analyze data

• Prepare reports and review summary invoices for accuracy to correct discrepancies and ensure payment terms are met

• Maintain strong supplier relationships

• Lead process improvement projects to deliver cost savings and avoidances, improved service levels, material availability, reduced inventory, and improved efficiencies and productivity. Substantiate and track the benefits.

• Create and maintain communication channels between various departments and Supply Chain teams to maintain a continuous flow of materials to support the customer.

• Mentor and train entry level teammates

• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum Requirements*

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field with 3-5 years technical purchasing experience or an equivalent combination of education and related working experience

• Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and meticulous attention to detail

• Strong process analysis and continuous improvement skills.

• Self-directing, and ability to meet deadlines in dynamic, fast paced environment.

• Strong sense of financial responsibility.

• Ability to perform in an operational environment.

• High ethical standards and the ability to handle multiple time sensitive tasks, projects, and priorities at the same time.

• Training experience

• Experience leading and managing projects

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support activities related to aircraft maintenance support and resolving supplier issues.

• Willingness to work flexible schedules including but not limited to after hours, weekend and or holidays

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business/ERP/MRP systems

• Capability to understand technical documents, work with cross-functional teams and make recommendations based on data and analysis

/ **Hawaiian Airlines is regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT - regulation, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of Marijuana, Cocaine, Opioids, PCP (Phencyclidine), and Amphetamine prior to any offer of employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Hawaiian Airlines and any employment offer will be withdrawn./

/ * In addition to routine employment eligibility verification, U.S.-based airlines must gather information to validate country of citizenship and country of birth. Upon hire, you must provide documentation proving your current country citizenship and birthplace./

/ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, for any employer, without sponsorship. Hawaiian Airlines will not sponsor applicants for nonimmigrant or immigrant employment visas or status for this position./

/ At Hawaiian Airlines, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive total rewards package that aims to attract, engage, and retain the finest talent in the industry. Our rewards structure is thoughtfully designed to include a competitive base salary coupled with variable compensation opportunities. This balanced approach ensures a fulfilling and lucrative work environment, aligning individual achievements with the broader organizational success./

/ Please note that the provided salary information serves as a general guideline. Our salary is determined by a candidate's experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations. The expected pay range is $65,600 - $86,100./

• Preferred Qualifications*

• Previous Airline and or MRO procurement, planning, and materials management experience

• Knowledge of accounting, finance, and AP/AR functions

• Knowledge of Purchasing, Inventory Control, and Materials management processes.

• Green Belt – Lean or Six Sigma certification

• Proven change agent to work in highly complex and stressful environments

• Strong negotiation skills

• Self-directing, and able to meet deadlines in an environment of constantly changing priorities and data

• Knowledge of procurement of goods and services and working with suppliers/vendors

• 2+ years TRAX experience

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• About Hawaiian Airlines*

Now in its 95th year of continuous service, Hawaiian is Hawaiʻi's biggest and longest-serving airline. Hawaiian offers approximately 150 daily flights within the Hawaiian Islands, and nonstop flights between Hawaiʻi and 16 U.S. gateway cities – more than any other airline – as well as service connecting Honolulu and American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and Tahiti.

Consumer surveys by Condé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor have placed Hawaiian among the top of all domestic airlines serving Hawaiʻi. The carrier was named Hawaiʻi's best employer by Forbes in 2022 and has topped /Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best/ list as the No. 1 U.S. airline for the past two years. Hawaiian has also led all U.S. carriers in on-time performance for 18 consecutive years (2004-2021) as reported by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

The airline is committed to connecting people with aloha by offering complimentary meals for all guests on transpacific routes and the convenience of no change fees on Main Cabin and Premium Cabin seats. HawaiianMiles members also enjoy flexibility with miles that never expire. As Hawai‘i’s hometown airline, Hawaiian encourages guests to Travel Pono and experience the islands safely and respectfully.

Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. is a subsidiary of Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HA). Additional information is available at HawaiianAirlines.com. Follow Hawaiian’s Twitter updates (@HawaiianAir), become a fan on Facebook (Hawaiian Airlines), and follow us on Instagram (hawaiianairlines). For career postings and updates, follow Hawaiian’s LinkedIn page.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)