Inventory & Supplier Manager

As an Inventory & Supplier Manager in the Maintenance & Engineering Department, you will reporting to the Director Technical Asset Management, the Inventory & Supplier Manager will manage all the aspect of the inventory and supplier management within the Aer Lingus fleet, as well as the commercial aspects of the component’s contract. Our Maintenance & Engineering Department helps us to drive Aer Lingus’ ambition by ensuring timely delivery of high-quality parts and materials, reducing the risk of disruptions to maintenance schedules and flight operations.

Your responsibilities as an Inventory & Supplier Manager will include:

• Manage a team of Inventory & Supplier management specialists to reach department targets (i.e. internal service level).
• Lead and implement transformational initiatives to improve efficiencies and effectiveness of processes in place.
• Ensure management of inventory, stock optimisation and inventory policy setting for all Aer Lingus aircraft.
• Inventory management, stock optimisation and inventory policy setting for all Aer Lingus aircraft technical stocks located throughout the Aer Lingus network.
• Regular review and identification of excess and slow-moving stock in respect of all material classes, specifically concerning consumable-expendable and rotable inventory.
• Supplier and Contract management and oversight of contracted component maintenance providers.
• Managing, provide support as necessary, and acting as key interface to IAG Procurement regarding group inventory and procurement initiatives.
• Invoice and Finance reconciliation for high-cost items.
• Develop and maintain all required process/procedures relating to the materials section.
• Comply with relevant Quality, Health and Safety requirements.

We are looking for an individual with experience / qualifications in the following areas:

• Engineering or University degree in a Business discipline.
• More than 3 year technical experience in an airline or Aircraft MRO.
• Understanding of a component’s maintenance contract.
• Basic knowledge of aircraft systems.
• knowledge of maintenance software AMOS.
• Experience managing and restructuring multimillion PBH and T&M contracts with major OEMs.
• Proven analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and make decisions.
• Previous management experience would be an advantage.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Eligible to live and work in the EU.
• Hold a current unrestricted worldwide passport.

Closing Date: 02nd of April 2024

At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at recruitaerlingus.com.