Materials Planning & Procurement Manager

Pay: Based on experience Job Functions: Promotes and fosters a safe and secure operating environment. Ensures effective communication with Maintenance Operations Center and line stations to provide timely and accurate handling of materials and services requests. Ensures accurate coordination of resources to provide 24/7 coverage for AOG support. Manage procurement of parts to ensure adequate inventory levels to support the operation and AOG events. Responsible for the development and adherence to procurement, materials planning and AOG Materials processes. Manage processes to meet company goals in initiatives to manage inventory growth, reduce shipping costs, decrease parts transfers and reduce materials spend for heavy check. Provides materials planning, coordination and support to the Maintenance Operations group to maximize planned maintenance visits. Collaborate with Technical Stores to monitor and provide direction for unserviceable inventory. Continuous analysis of inventory levels, reorder points and provides recommendations for management of inventory including allocation levels at Air Wisconsin warehouse locations. Ensures effective mentoring of direct reports. Provide analysis support and review in coordination with Maintenance for materials budget and variance analysis. Responsible for the creation and oversight of metrics supporting departmental goals. Attendance is considered an essential responsibility. Adherence to company policies and procedures. Participates in continuous process improvement. Other duties as assigned Required Competencies: Requires high level of judgement and initiative to ensure compliance with appropriate regulations, policies, and procedures. Requires a high level of situational awareness with regard to available resources. Requires a high level of situational awareness with regard to the dynamic operational environment. Strong analytical skills, problem solving skills, ability to multitask and attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information. Ability to communicate fluently in English. Education & Experience: Required: Bachelors Degree in Business or related field or equivalent practical career experience. Knowledgeable and qualified for all FAA, DOT and IATA regulations concerning material procurement and shipping (including DOT HAZMAT Dangerous Goods Handling Training). Proficient in Microsoft office applications including strong Excel skills. General knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle multiple time sensitive projects and work under pressure. Ability to develop strong partnership with peers, internal customers and vendors. Strong analytical and math skills Preferred: 3 -5 years’ experience in Materials Planning or inventory control. 2 years of experience in Airline operations. Knowledge of AS400 Interpersonal Skills Communication Skills Valid A&P license Supervisory Responsibilities: Materials Planning and Procurement Specialists Work Environment, Physical Demands & Travel: Corporate office Majority of time spent at low activity level, i.e., sitting. Occasional standing/walking/movement required. Disclaimer: The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties and/or responsibilities associated with this position. Generally, each job function is considered essential to this position and any incumbent must be capable of performing them. Licenses & Certifications Preferred Power Plant Air Frame License Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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