MRO Purchaser

MRO Purchaser

Base Maintenance is an essential part of SAS Technical Operations, ensuring that airworthy aircraft are delivered to Operations safely, efficiently, and on time.

As an MRO Purchaser, you are responsible for material needs at MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) bases and perform all duties related to the material organization, from need creation in AMOS, receiving of materials, usage, and stock inventory. The role requires a broad understanding of the business, SAS processes, and maintenance operations.

This is a temporary 6-month assignment offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic aviation environment and contribute to the continued success of SAS Technical Operations.

Purpose

Ensuring a high material availability at MRO bases where heavy maintenance is performed, at the lowest possible total cost, in order to meet the airline's needs in accordance with current regulations and processes.

Challenges you will work on:

As an MRO Purchaser, you will play a key role in ensuring material availability for heavy maintenance activities across SAS MRO bases. Working closely with Engineering, Planning, Technical Representatives, MRO providers, suppliers, and logistics partners, you will proactively plan and secure material requirements to support maintenance activities while balancing operational needs, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

You will be responsible for managing the full purchasing lifecycle, from identifying material requirements and generating purchase orders to securing delivery, monitoring order status, resolving claims, and managing invoice accuracy within AMOS. A critical part of the role is ensuring that relevant information is continuously updated and shared across stakeholders to support efficient decision-making and a consistent material flow.

The role also includes acting as the primary point of contact for material-related matters at MRO bases. You will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to secure the most effective sourcing, transport, and stock allocation solutions, ensuring that material is available when and where it is needed.

In addition, you will support material receiving activities in accordance with SAS Part-145 requirements, perform delegated CAMO duties, and manage SAS-owned stock located at MRO providers. You will contribute to the opening and closing of MRO bases, aircraft phase-in and phase-out activities, aircraft modification programs, and critical material situations where operational focus and coordination are required.

Continuous improvement is an important part of the role. You will actively contribute to enhancing processes, supporting improvement initiatives, participating in Safety reviews, and driving improvements related to purchasing, inventory management, material flow, and operational efficiency.

Competencies

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Stress resistance and the ability to perform under demanding deadlines and high workloads.
• Excellent communication and diplomatic skills when working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Team-player mindset with a focus on supporting SAS interests and schedules.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for both personal and departmental goals.
• Able to work independently while ensuring compliance with regulations and processes.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and collaborative approach.
• Positive attitude and ability to contribute as a good colleague.

Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

• Good analytical skills.
• Holistic understanding of operations and business impact.

To Be Successful in This Role, We Believe You Have

1-2 years of professional experience within Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Production, Maintenance Operations, or a related field.

• Post-secondary education (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent) within Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Production, or a related discipline.

Basic knowledge of maintenance operations and aviation-related material processes.

• Experience working with purchasing, inventory management, supplier coordination, and logistics activities.
• The ability to work in a regulated environment with a strong focus on quality, safety, and compliance.
• Basic understanding of Maintenance Operations.
• Basic knowledge of EASA Part-M and Part-145 regulations.
• Basic knowledge of quality-system-related activities.
• Extensive knowledge of AMOS.

Basic knowledge of LEAN principles.

Basic knowledge of Quality and Safety Management Systems.

Basic knowledge of purchasing and logistics processes on a global level.

• Good competence within Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Why SAS?

At SAS, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a business that plays a critical role in maintaining safe and reliable operations across our airline. This 6-month assignment offers valuable experience in a dynamic international environment, where you'll work alongside experienced colleagues and gain insight into one of Scandinavia's leading aviation organizations.

Our Culture at SAS

At SAS, we are dedicated to caring for each other, delighting our travellers, and driving the transformation towards sustainable aviation.

As a future colleague, you'll join a culture where we work collaboratively towards common goals, recognize each other's contributions, and celebrate successes. Our focus is on safe, sustainable, and punctual execution, and we are committed to protecting our planet while transforming SAS for the future.

This is an empowering workplace where you can thrive, grow, and take ownership of your work.

Additional Information

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as we review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. The position may be filled before the application deadline.

Please note that, due to GDPR regulations, we are unable to accept applications submitted via email. Applications must be submitted through our recruitment system.

• Employment Type: Temporary full-time position (100%) for 6 months.
• Location: Frösundavik (Stockholm) and MRO bases as required.
• Travel: Extensive travel, primarily within Europe, is required as part of the role.
• Security Clearance: A background check will be conducted as part of the final stage of the recruitment process, as this role is security classified.