Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) · 1 week ago
Senior Buyer
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWorldwide Flight Services (WFS) is a leading company in ground handling services, employing over 22,200 professionals across a global network. The Senior Buyer role is primarily responsible for purchasing and sourcing activities to support regional operations, requiring excellent interpersonal skills and supplier relationship management.
Air Transportation
Responsibilities
Responsible for regional purchasing on behalf of station operations (i.e. placing orders for standard supplies like uniforms, office supplies, operational supplies, safety supplies, etc.)
Review and research potential new suppliers prior to set up in the company’s accounting system, select and maintain a preferred supplier list for the region
Ensure adherence to standard organizational finance policies and procedures
Provide mentoring and support to Jr. Buyers within the Sourcing & Supply organization
Participate on cross-functional teams representing the Sourcing & Supply department
Manage employee appreciation program redemption and fulfillment process
Communicate with and drive internal customers to centralized purchasing programs through daily interactions
Negotiate, draft, and review contracts on behalf of the region and the larger organization while ensuring compliance with internal legal requirements
Manage day-to-day interaction with centralized supplier partners and review monthly centralized invoices to ensure contract pricing compliance
Negotiate/resolve centralized supplier grievances and claims against the company
Provide research and support to Purchasing Manager and Director
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proficient in all Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel
Knowledge of standard office equipment and of clerical and administrative procedures and systems
Minimum 5 years of purchasing/accounting or other relevant experience is preferred (finance, accounts payable, customer service)
The ability to interact effectively with peers, executive staff, suppliers, and internal customers in a professional manner
Strong attention to detail
Highly organized and focused
The ability to recognize and safeguard confidential information
Self-starter with the ability to work independently to achieve team objectives
Excellent written and oral communication skills
The ability to work on multiple projects and to establish appropriate priorities
Ability to maintain focus while operating in a dynamic and high-pressure environment
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree a plus/preferred
Purchasing card administration experience a plus
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to drive favorable outcomes
Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze market trends, pricing, and supplier performance
Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g. CPSM, CSCP) is preferred
Proven track record of cost savings and process improvement initiatives
Benefits
Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
401k program offered!
Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!
Company
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, is a global air cargo logistics leader and best in class ground handling partner.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-09-28Acquired
Leadership Team
Barry D. Nassberg
Group Chief Commercial Officer
Recent News
Straits Times
2025-10-30
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