Airbus Helicopters · 4 days ago
Rotable Pool Inventory Manager
Grand Prairie, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAirbus Helicopters is looking for a Rotable Pool Inventory Manager to join their team. The role is responsible for the end-to-end management of the rotable asset inventory, ensuring availability to meet customer demands and driving core unit recovery.
AerospaceManufacturingProduct Design
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
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
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
Competitive base salary
Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
Retirement savings plan
Ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time
Holidays
Generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans)
Prescription
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
Other supplemental benefit coverages
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Company
Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopter manufactures commercial airliners and helicopters. It is a sub-organization of Airbus.
Founded in 1992Marignane, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, FRA
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-07-12Acquired
Leadership Team
jacob eaton
Chief Executive Officer
Kimberlea Kelly
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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