Aircraft Sourcing Specialist responsible for sourcing aircraft availability and coordinating with teams. Collaborating across departments to deliver optimal flight solutions for Vista Global's charter services.
Responsibilities
Source aircraft availability from the charter market and coordinate with Fleet Sales on global fleet pricing.
Collaborate with internal departments, including Fleet Sales, Fleet Planning, Client Services, Sales, and Operational teams - to respond to aircraft requests and coordinate follow-ups.
Operate in alignment with recovery SOPs and partner with key stakeholders.
Provide solutions within service timelines and budget constraints.
Maintain data integrity through timely documentation and updates across internal systems.
Keep clear records of sourcing activity to support audits, case reviews, and reporting.
Negotiate with partner operators to secure the best-value aircraft with strong margin performance.
Finalize contracts for off-fleet solutions and ensure invoice accuracy.
Support de-risking strategies as directed by the Fleet Planning and Sourcing leadership teams.
Engage in ongoing learning and development to scale with company and industry growth and expand sourcing capabilities.
Requirements
1+ year of experience in private aviation, high end travel, or similarly demanding industries.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated composure and sound decision making in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations.
Growth mindset with a continuous improvement approach.
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally across global teams.
Comfortable working in a shift-based, fast-paced environment.
Experience working with sourcing platforms such as Avinode, Salesforce and similar tools.
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