Equipment Supply Chain Manager

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Job Description:

 Airbus is looking for a Equipment Supply Chain Manager to join our Supply Management team based in Mobile, Alabama.

You will be part of a team responsible for overseeing and optimizing the management of Equipment & Systems Onsite Suppliers (OSS) for the A320 Program at the Mobile Manufacturing Site (MMS). As part of the Supply Management team, you will be the first point of contact for Logistics on any ordering, planning, and issues related to direct ordered material. 

Meet the Team:

The Supplier Management team's mission is to acquire indirect goods and services for Airbus commercial aircraft and helicopters, playing a major role in generating value and contributing to the overall competitiveness of the company. Our team members ensure on-time delivery and on-quality of equipment and systems, drawing on their expertise in Industrial, Operations & Quality Management, and strong relationship building skills to problem-solve and proactively mitigate supply chain issues.

Your Working Environment:

On ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)

• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages. 

• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Your Challenges:

Management of Supplier-related non-conforming items and rework (50 %)

• Ensure adequate management of supplier related non-conformances (NC, QSR, SARI) in accordance with the applicable Airbus procedures.

• Coordinate onsite rework based on production scheduling and prioritization

• Ensure supplier adherence to Airbus contractual requirements and standards.

• Act as the primary point of contact for all onsite supplier activities and relationships within scope.

• Monitor, measure, and report on supplier performance against established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as quality, delivery, cost, safety, and compliance.

• Conduct regular onsite performance reviews with suppliers, identifying areas for improvement and developing corrective action plans.

• Ensure suppliers adhere to all company policies, safety regulations, and operational procedures while working on company premises.

• Address and resolve day-to-day operational issues, escalations, and disputes related to onsite supplier activities efficiently and effectively.

Act as A320 FAL Interface for the Procurement Industrial Equipment (PIE) community (5%)

• Ensure alignment of A320 FAL Mobile internal stakeholders with PIE community.

• Resolve operational issues related to PIE components in A320 FAL Mobile.

• Ensure adequate deployment of PIE methods, processes and tools in A320 FAL Mobile for the applicable scope.

• Ensure adequate participation of A320 FAL Mobile stakeholders within the PIE governance.

• Act as focal point in A320 FAL point for the PIE community in Europe and North America.

Material Flow & Procurement Operations (30%)

• Procurement and Supplier Management: Manage purchase orders, forecasts, and contracts with suppliers. This involves placing orders, ensuring terms are met, and strategically engaging with suppliers to improve efficiency and collaboration. Manage on-time delivery (OTD) collaboration process, initiate proactive actions. E2E Management of Purchase Orders. Engage strategically with transnational suppliers (remotely and/or on-site), acting as a key, proactive partner within the procurement community, providing insights to the Supply Chain Quality Manager and Commercial Buyer.

• Supply Chain Optimization: Proactively identify and resolve supply chain disruptions. Lead actions to reduce missing parts and late deliveries: early warning to the customer and hierarchy, risk management, follow up deliveries and instigate mitigation actions. Optimize data related to inventory and logistics, and contribute to the overall efficiency of material flows.

• Operational Support: Support daily operations by managing reorders for rejected or damaged parts, handling invoice approvals, and facilitating the introduction of new products. This also includes mitigating risks for missing or late deliveries through early warnings and proactive follow-ups.

Continuous Improvement: 10 %

• Continuous Improvement: Identify and drive initiatives to improve supplier processes and performance by leveraging data, KPIs, and best practices.

• Performance Monitoring & Problem-Solving: Develop monitoring frameworks and use advanced metrics to track performance. Conduct complex root cause analyses (e.g., PPS/8D) and guide suppliers to ensure sustainable problem resolution.

• Strategic Collaboration: Identify opportunities for joint process improvements and innovation with suppliers.

• Participate in and lead supplier performance reviews, providing strategic feedback and coordinating improvement activities.

• Risk Management: Develop and implement contingency plans to minimize the impact of supplier-related issues and support broader supply chain transformation projects.

Additional Responsibilities (5%):

Other duties related to primary flow ordering activities & OSS management as assigned.

Your Boarding Pass:

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or similar.

• 6+ years experience in role with supplier interaction or management in aviation or similar industry.

Travel Required:

• <5% Domestic and International

Citizenship:

• US Citizen or authorized to work in the US without current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Clearance:

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities Required:

• Understanding of aviation industry

• Knowledge of QMS with focus on management of Non-conformances, Concessions, QSRs and SARIs.

• Customer Focus

• Supplier management/contract management and Airbus Supplier Requirements (ASR) cascade to suppliers.

• Autonomous decision making

• Strong analytical skills

• Detailed knowledge of common applications ie. SAP/R3

• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation

• Understanding of aircraft manufacture assembly and production

• Proficient in Google Suite applications

• Ability to work in intercultural, multifunction teams

• Ability to communicate effectively to internal customers and external suppliers at all levels of the business

• Ability to drive and challenge Supplier performance

• Relevant knowledge on Supply Chain, Inventory Management and Logistics

• Basic knowledge of Lean techniques.

• Good team work ethic

Communication Skills Required:

• Ability to establish and maintain a good relationship with all internal stakeholders.

• Ability to work in an international team.

• Must possess excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written in English.

• Must be able to present clear and concise briefings and reports to customers and executives.

Technical Systems Proficiency 

Required:

• SAP

• MS Office, Google Suite or similar applications

Preferred:

• Basic IT programming knowledge

Complexity of the Role:

• The Supply Chain & OSS Manager Equipment must interface and influence numerous internal stakeholders, both in the US and Europe.

Level of Decision Making:

• The Equipment Supply Chain & OSS Manager must be able to make autonomous decisions in accordance with Airbus procedures that have a direct impact on the financial and operational exposure of Airbus A320 FAL Mobile.

Organizational information:

• Position will report to Head of Supply Management

Job Dimensions:

• Ability to build/maintain strong relationships with all internal and external customers & suppliers.

Nature of Contacts:

• Connect with internal and external customers

• Support production needs for completion of aircraft milestones

• Communicate with international colleagues to solve problems as they arise

• Communication & Planning with multifunctional teams across the organization

• Primary internal audience - Manufacturing Engineering, Production, & Quality

 

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite or remote: 100 % Onsite

• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.

• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.

• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.

• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.

• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

• Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.

• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.

• Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.

• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.

• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice.

• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

• Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site

• Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visit, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

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Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Material Support & services <JF-CS-MS>

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