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Airbus · 1 month ago

Rotable Pool Inventory Manager

Grand Prairie, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Rotable Pool Inventory Manager to join our team based in Grand Prairie, TX. This role is responsible for the end-to-end management of the rotable asset inventory, ensuring availability to meet customer maintenance demands while optimizing inventory levels and mitigating risks.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the management of the rotable pool inventory, ensuring adequate coverage for all scheduled and unscheduled removals in a timely manner

Analyse raw data and formulates strategies in an effort to identify cost drivers, increase stock accuracy and efficiency while reducing inventory/logistic cost and mitigating performance penalty risks

Conduct proactive pool health assessments based on existing and future PBH and Standard Exchange contracts, identifying and addressing potential shortages

Possess the technical expertise to determine and propose feasible interchangeable or alternate part solutions to customers when like-for-like parts are unavailable, thereby mitigating stock level issues and controlling financial impact

Determine inventory obsolescence and develop strategies for disposition or alternative use of aging assets

Prepare robust business cases for the acquisition of new rotable assets to support new contracts, replace obsolete stock, or expand the pool as needed

Develop and maintain a robust rotable pool inventory process, establishing min/max stock levels for all rotable components

Collaborate with internal MRO business functions to acquire and analyze forecast data across multiple time horizons (e.g., 6 months, 12 months, 3 years) to inform pool sizing exercises

Adjust rotable pool levels based on key performance indicators such as scrap rates, core recovery rates, and repair turn-around-times (TAT)

Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of computer systems and databases for efficient material management and alternate/interchangeable part identification

Function as the primary interface to internal MRO shops and customer facing departments regarding the process of core returns from customers

Actively "drumbeat" and monitor the return of core units to ensure they are received as payback for both PBH contracts and Ad-Hoc Standard Exchange

Ensure the timely recovery of core units to meet OEM and third-party MRO warranty claim deadlines

Track all overdue cores and manage the billing of applicable late penalties to customers

Develop and maintain a comprehensive “Cores Due In” report to track the status of all outstanding cores

Provide a regular analysis (monthly/quarterly) of core recovery data, including total outstanding cores, expected due dates, and identification of late cores

Coordinate with internal departments to support the timely recovery of cores and update their status upon receipt

Support and lead the creation and maintenance of key performance indicator (KPI) reports and presentations for MRO and rotable pool performance

Conduct detailed data analysis as needed to provide insights into pool utilization, core recovery effectiveness, and inventory health

Develop and sustain internal reporting that provides visibility into the status and value of the rotable pool

Qualification

Inventory ManagementData AnalysisProject ManagementTechnical KnowledgeSAP ProficiencyCommunication SkillsGoogle Suite ProficiencyMicrosoft Office ProficiencyOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree, in Business, Engineering, or a related field

Five (5) years of experience in Customer Service, Technical Support, or a related field within the aerospace/aviation industry

Proficiency with Google Suite or Microsoft Office

Demonstrated experience in project management and process improvement

Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess inventory health and financial viability

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage cross-functional relationships and customer interactions

Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English

Google Suite or Microsoft Office

Working knowledge of SAP application

Authorized to Work in the US (Eligible for employment in the US)

Preferred

Master's degree

Experience working in rotorcraft maintenance or field service

Experience working with military contracts and fulfilling contractual requirements

A&P License

Technical knowledge of aircraft components and interchangeability

Ability to read and interpret technical data and drawings

Benefits

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.