Assistant Material Management Manager, Material Planning & Projects

Position Description

Oversee and manage Material Planning and Projects teams to establish and maintain effective forecasting/planning model for aircraft materials and timely issue of Purchase Orders to support maintenance operations.

What You'll Do

• Maintain adequate supply of aircraft materials while optimizing inventory holding.
• Monitor material profitability by continuous evaluation, review and optimization of inventory turns, service levels and inventory levels.
• Work with Procurement and Production departments to develop and execute appropriate actions for obsolete inventory and surplus stock.
• Manage Purchasing team to plan and monitor open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and be able to meet stocking requirements.
• Work with Purchasing team to monitor suppliers’ performance to assess ability to meet delivery requirements.
• Ensure proper procedures and internal controls are in place.
• Establish and maintain financial budget for inventory planning.
• Manage team performance for compliance with procedures and regulatory requirements.

What You'll Need

• A recognized Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Management or related disciplines
• A Degree in other disciplines but with equivalent related working experience may be considered
• A minimum of 10 years relevant experience, preferably in aviation industry
• Excellent material planning, supply chain and purchasing knowledge
• Excellent knowledge in aircraft spares sourcing process
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent coaching and supervisory skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good PC skills with Microsoft Office applications preferred
• Able to work independently and make logical judgment under pressure
• Demonstrated proficiency in use of company IT System