Head of Supply Chain

2 weeks ago

Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom Ascend Airways Full time
Job Description

Head of Supply Chain | Ascend Airways

Full Time - Bishops Stortford, UK

up to £85,000


Ascend Airways operate a small fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft (NG and MAX) in the ACMI market and opened its first operational base at London Gatwick in early 2024. The company is founded on the legacy of Synergy Aviation, a respected UK AOC holder, which has been acquired by Avia Solutions Group, already the world’s largest ACMI provider with over 200 airliners in operation.


The Material Controller will be responsible for the procurement and logistics of aircraft requirements including AOG and ADD demands as well as routine stock purchasing. This will include but not be limited to Rotables, expendables, consumables, and general purchasing. The position will also support logistics based tasks such as goods receipt, stock transfers, despatch, shipping and auditing transactions.


As the Head of Supply Chain, you will be responsible for managing supply chain partners by acting as the main point of contact for external parties, taking responsibility for all internal queries related to the supplier portfolio, and delivering opportunities to achieve growth targets. You will report directly into the Technical Director, and manage the Procurement Officer and Material Controller roles, as well as offer support to the wider team.


The successful candidate will have the following experience and attributes:


  • 5 year’s experience in a supply and logistics role within the aviation sector.
  • Airline Management experience and a good understanding of airline economics.
  • Detailed knowledge of HMRC rules for the global movement of aircraft spares.
  • Knowledge of Safety Management Systems and Part M and Part 145 legislation.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work well within a team.
  • Excellent attention to detail with thew ability to lead projects and business change.


Responsibilities:


  • The overall management of the Engineering Purchasing, Stores and logistics functions ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and Company procedures.
  • Complete an initial screening and onboarding process to ensure that each supplier has the capability, capacity and standards to perform to the necessary requirements.
  • Negotiation of primary supplier contracts, including for aircraft base maintenance activities, plus the control & update of the Approved Supplier register.
  • Procurement of parts, stock, and equipment in a cost effective & timely manner to support the efficient operation of Engineering, particularly to ensure the serviceability of the aircraft fleet.
  • Ensure contract obligations are fulfilled and resolve any performance issues.
  • Oversee procurement across the business, advising department managers on procurement techniques.
  • Liaising with Finance on the provision of cost and contract information.
  • Ensuring that the import and export of parts complies with regulatory requirements, as well as liaison with HMRC.
  • Project management, as directed by the Technical Director.


We offer a competitive salary, an attractive working environment and great opportunity for career progression.

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