Strategic Aviation Materials Planning Leader

Etihad Engineering; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad Engineering seeks a seasoned Lead for strategic material planning in Abu Dhabi to ensure optimal inventory at the lowest total cost. You will drive supply chain resilience, minimize aircraft downtime, and enable operational continuity through data-driven planning and risk mitigation.

You will lead a team, collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement and Finance to align priorities, and deliver cost efficiencies while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field; master’s strongly preferred.
• 12–15 years in aviation supply chain / MRO with proven leadership in material planning and inventory optimization.
• Experience with ERP/MRO systems (AMOS, CMRO) and strong stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute material planning strategy aligned with operation and financial objectives.
• Implement advanced data-driven forecasting and system-based planning models.
• Balance service levels, cost, and risk across all material categories.
• Deliver high material availability across routine, non-routine, and replenishment demand.
• Minimize AOG exposure and disruptions through proactive planning.
• Align material planning with maintenance schedules, fleet plans, and customer demand.
• Optimize inventory levels, stock turns, and working capital.
• Eliminate non-moving/excess inventory and timely return of customer-owned stock.
• Deliver material targets and cost efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain audit readiness with zero critical findings or overdue actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement, and Finance to align priorities.
• Support customer service delivery and satisfaction targets.
• Drive automation and system-based replenishment.
• Lead continuous improvement and process standardization initiatives.
• Build and lead a high-performing planning team.
• Develop team capability through training, coaching, and diverse MRO exposure.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Data-driven forecasting

Analytical

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AMOS

CMRO

Job description

Etihad Engineering seeks a seasoned Lead for strategic material planning in Abu Dhabi to ensure optimal inventory at the lowest total cost. You will drive supply chain resilience, minimize aircraft downtime, and enable operational continuity through data-driven planning and risk mitigation.

You will lead a team, collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement and Finance to align priorities, and deliver cost efficiencies while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.