Aviation Parts Manager - Van Nuys, United States - The Structures Company

Description

The Part Manager requires working knowledge of aircraft parts purchasing and inventory control utilizing MRO systems such as Corridor, EBIS, other. Must have the proven ability to anticipate and adapt to changing priorities, working with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to procurement, organization/distribution of parts/materials, receiving inspection, processing of cores, management of purchase orders.

Essential Duties

Ensure overall profitability and performance of the parts department.

Ensure conformity with FAA regulatory requirements (Calibration, certification, shelf life, parts quarantine)

Responsible for inventory management and control, including core and warranty procedures.

Oversee and mentor parts team

Perform initial training of new parts personnel and recurrent training as required to ensure all duties and responsibilities are properly carried out.

Prepare summary reports as to progress, purchase commitments, department budget forecasts, and miscellaneous recommendations.

Implementation of internal programs, e.g., communications, training, work simplification, and cost reduction for the parts department.

Maintain conformity with work rules, regulations, and safety procedures.

Source parts requested by technicians and customers (internal & external).

Search OEMs and independent part sources for certified and traceable products.

Establish/maintain relationships with vendors to ensure a that we obtain the best pricing and highest quality service

Monitor outside services to ensure on-time delivery

Perform receiving inspection of parts and materials to ensure conformity with FAA regulations and customer requirements, ensuring that no unapproved parts go undetected.

Creation, tracking, and receipt of purchase orders placed with vendors.

Coordinate shipping on outside work requests.

Work within the repair station manual guidelines to maintain certified and traceable parts.

Coordinate part status with requesting technician/customer.

Process and maintain all records pertaining to each requisition.

Research and maintain stock requirements.

Perform periodic review of all calibrated precision test equipment used by the repair station and mechanics that have their own precision equipment.

Perform receiving inspection of all calibrated precision test equipment upon completion of calibration and notify the Chief Inspector of any discrepancies.

Process core returns to vendors

Perform regular inventory, cycle counts and maintain min/max requirements

Ensure accurate assignment and proper billing of parts to work orders

Any other job-related duties as assigned by the President/Accountable Manager.

Qualifications (experience & education)

College degree preferred.

Knowledge of corporate aircraft parts preferred. Gulfstream, Cessna, Bombardier, Embraer

Strong organizational and communication skills

Strong computer skills

Minimum five years parts experience working in a Part 145/135 maintenance environment.

2 years minimum supervisory/management experience

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is the main reason we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests, while also providing industry leading customer service. We support the majority of Aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 Suppliers across the United States. We have a national medical, dental and vision plan with United Healthcare and we also have a 401K offering. In some states and on some openings there is bonus potential, sick pay and holiday pay for those who qualify. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)