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Collins Aerospace · 1 week ago

Operations Manager - Separation Management Plan (Onsite)

Rockford, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$108K/yr - $204K/yr

5+ years exp

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking a proactive Operations Manager to support the execution of critical site-level activities within the Separation Management Plan, focusing on training coordination, buffer stock management, and supply chain data activities.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support execution of site-level SMP transition tasks related to buffer stock, training, and process readiness under the direction of the Site SMP Transition Lead

Coordinate and track training plans for impacted personnel and receiving teams, ensuring timely execution and documentation of all required learning activities

Manage the creation, tracking, and reporting of buffer stock in alignment with the buffer stock plan, including coordination with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams

Assist in gathering, analyzing, and validating data required for Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes, including demand forecasts, production capacity, and inventory levels

Partner with supply chain planners and SIOP leads to align transition timelines with supply chain strategies

Coordinate and execute the classification and export of documentation as required to receiving team

Maintain detailed trackers and dashboards for training completion, buffer stock status, and document readiness; provide regular status updates to the Site SMP Transition Lead

Collaborate with technical and functional teams to ensure all required process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions are prepared, reviewed, and transitioned

Identify and escalate risks or delays related to training and inventory execution to enable timely resolution and maintain program continuity

Provide logistical and administrative support for transition-related meetings, reviews, and audits

Ensure data accuracy and compliance with documentation standards throughout all activities

Participate in site readiness assessments and reviews as needed

Qualification

SIOPSupply Chain ManagementInventory ManagementERP SystemsData AnalysisProject CoordinationTraining CoordinationCross-Functional CollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Typically requires a University degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment

Preferred

Experience with SIOP, transition planning, or divestitures is a strong plus

Degree in supply chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred

Working experience with inventory management, demand planning, and basic supply chain principles

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and planning tools; Excel proficiency required

Experience in coordinating cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders

Working ability to interpret data and translate into actionable insights

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

And more!