Job Description SummaryAt Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world‐leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and part of our commitment to FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace's proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry‐leading talent and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of Avio Aero, their work isn't just a job, it's their passion and purpose. We were meant to fly.
Within the Military Customer Support Organization, the Logistics Material & Fleet Manager will be deployed in Kuwait, reporting to the On‐Site Customer Support Manager, for a period of 3 years minimum and will be responsible for assets logistic management (receipt, storage, packaging, import/export and shipment), assets accounting, consumption and stocks monitoring, material planning with the scope to meet the needs of the contracted KPIs.
You will be responsible for satisfying Customer demands through the Availability Service and coordinate & control movements of returned assets through Customer/Avio Aero/Military Consortium Partners.
Essential Responsibilities
Define stock buffer requirements and review based on in‐service experience
Maintain records/monitors of deliveries and consumptions to allow management of assets and accurate database to support monitoring of contracted KPIs (including Attributable/Non‐Attributable classification)
Maintain Engines, Modules and (Line Replaceable Item) LRI's pool accounting
Coordinate materiel replenishment demands with Avio Aero/Military Consortium Partner to maintain the agreed sufficiency stock levels (including preparation and submissions of Purchase Orders and Procurement Requests)
Liaise with the responsible agencies/companies/departments to fulfill Export/Customs/International Trade Compliance obligations.
Arrange and manage transportation of materiel
Raise any discrepancy reports of received material and lead resolution with the supply‐responsible Military Consortium Partner
Monitor/Request preservation activities for materiel with shelf‐life or repetitive checks when mandated
Receive and fulfil Customer demands (exchange service)
Coordinate & control movements of returned engine related items within Avio Aero/Military Consortium Partner
Manage materiel disposal in accordance with procedures
Manage quarantine store
Manage container/Special to Type Container (STC)s/frames exchange service
Contribute to any necessary cost accounting aspects connected to the procurement of the materiel and service provided under the applicable contracts
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor's degree, or a high school diploma/eight grade education with previous solid experience in multinational/multicultural environment
Capable of Technical Reporting
Familiarity with bespoke IT systems & tools (SAP, etc.)
Strong understanding of Supply Chain design & processes and key drivers for spares pool optimization
Knowledge of Fleet Management, modelling, forecasting and reporting
Awareness of service availability and its balance with inventory and costs
Deep knowledge of requirements related to receipt and dispatch of hardware, transportation, packaging, export control
Fluent written and spoken Italian and English
Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required
Eligible for Kuwait Work Visa
Eligible for NATO Security Clearance
Desired Characteristics
Previous experience in Export/Customs/International Trade Compliance
Understanding of airworthiness/flight security regulations and compliance
Strong skill in problem solving
Good knowledge of military propulsion systems, aerospace service and Customer operational needs
Understanding of Technical Logbooks for consultation and analysis of parts data
Understanding of contract commitments and implications on KPIs.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
Ability to coordinate several tasks simultaneously
Effective problem identification and solution skills
Proven analytical and organizational ability
What We OfferSmart working and work life‐balance
Avio Aero, when possible, promotes smart work in hybrid mode, and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work‐life balance. We value our employees' wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone's psychological safety and daily needs.
Total RewardsAt Avio Aero, We Understand The Importance Of Total Rewards. As a New Joiner To Avio Aero We Are Pleased To Offer The Following Welcome Benefit Plan
Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
Flexible benefits platform
Life and injury insurance
Private medical cover
Employee assistant program
Employee special awards (service and recognition)
Local special agreements and discounts
English and languages training for you and one member of your family
Technical, Leadership and development trainings
Inclusion & DiversityAvio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc. We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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