Purchasing and Logistics Manager (Aviation)

Our Client, a growing company operating within the global Aviation industry, is recruiting for a Procurement and Logistics Manager to lead this new function in Malta. Here you will;

• Manage routine shipments of all material to and from storage and the maintenance facility, making use of the Group’s available network where possible
• Setup and manage an effective network of suppliers to support the Group’s transportation and logistics needs
• Support and/or manage, on a 24 x 7 basis, any AOG or other short-term logistics requirements to and from the location where aircraft maintenance is performed
• Perform receiving/incoming inspections to ensure that all material and associated documentation fully complies with relevant regulations (either EASA and/or CAAI)
• Manage any material which has been place in quarantine based on documentation or other shortfalls, and ensure any issues are resolved
• Manage the Group’s main warehouse, any sub stores at outstations and large parts storage, including relevant procedures for parts storage and issuance
• Effectively manage material certification requirements in accordance with relevant regulations (either EASA and/or CAAI)
• Issue purchase orders for the timely provisioning of material, including consumable, expendable and repairable components
• Based on the Group’s policy and existing maintenance agreements, develop a work scope for any unserviceable routable components requiring repair by a third-party maintenance organisation
• Manage the repair cycle of any components sent to the shop for overhaul or repair and ensure repairs are completed within the agreed timeframe and budget
• Liaise with contracted component and material providers to ensure timely provisioning of components and other material
• Support or manage, on a 24 x 7 basis, any AOG or other short-term requirements by means of exchange, purchase or repair of unserviceable components or material
• Assist any Group airline with any outsourced (base) maintenance checks by creating a material pre-load kit
• Administrate and manage any relevant warranties to vendors and repair agencies, in collaboration with relevant experts
• Support the Materials and Logistics Director with any contract negotiations
• Ensure all purchased materials and all component repairs meet the requirements of EASA and the CAAI
• Support the Materials and Logistics Director in developing an accurate materials budget

• Must have proven experience in logistics management, specifically within Aviation
• Demonstrated communication and negotiating skills
• Must have proven experience in material management, logistics management or another relevant field
• Must have proven experience in working with Microsoft Excel and Word

• Have Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Have completed relevant EASA and/or FAA training is a plus