Planning, Supply and PC&L Director

Airbus Atlantique Canada Inc.; Mirabel; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Airbus Atlantique Canada seeks a PSL Director to oversee planning, supply, and PC&L activities in Mirabel. You will coordinate S&OP, inventory strategies and supplier performance while leading cross-functional teams to meet production needs.

The role requires 10+ years in aerospace supply chain leadership, bilingual French/English, and a strong track record in transformation and continuous improvement. Flexibility in work arrangements is supported.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in Supply Chain operations.
• Strong senior management experience in the aerospace industry.
• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the supply chain; Master's degree is an asset.
• Fluent bilingualism (French and English).

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead detailed PSL planning and S&OP processes.
• Define ordering strategy and parameterize ERP to guarantee continuity and inventory optimization.
• Monitor demand and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to stabilize signals to suppliers.
• Manage lifecycle of manufacturing orders and inbound/outbound logistics including transport.
• Lead continuous improvement and transformation initiatives across the plant.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain

Master's degree (asset)

Tools

ERP systems

S&OP process

MPS

Logistics optimization

Job description

Airbus Atlantique Canada is a major player in the global aeronautics industry. We design and manufacture aerostructure sub-assemblies as well as pilot and passenger seats. As part of our activities in Canada, we are looking for our future Planning, Supply and PC&L Director.

Position Presentation and Environment

• Job Title: Planning, Supply and PC&L Director
• Hierarchical Reporting: Member of the Airbus Atlantic Canada Management Committee (CODIR)
• Location: Mirabel (YMX), Canada

Main Mission

The Planning, Supply & Logistics (PSL) department is responsible for planning, ordering, supplying, inspecting, and delivering flying and non-flying materials to production lines, in accordance with Airbus Atlantic's standards of excellence and customer quality requirements.

As PSL Director, you oversee all activities upstream of delivery to the point of use (excluding contract management). You ensure perfect synchronization between physical flows and information systems.

Key Missions and Responsibilities

1. Planning and S&OP
   • Build the detailed schedule for each component delivery team (MPS / Master Production Schedule) based on VSM needs, while optimizing inventory.
   • Lead weekly plant MPS reviews to analyze load/capacity adequacy and adjust strategic planning.
   • Initiate and drive the S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) process at the plant level.
2. Procurement and Demand Management
   • Define the ordering strategy and parameterize the ERP to ensure business continuity and optimize inventory.
   • Ensure the conversion of gross requirements into forecasts, planned orders, and purchase orders.
   • Monitor demand and intervene with multidisciplinary teams (MFT) to stabilize the signal transmitted to suppliers.
   • Responsible for inventory value (PGS) and composition (active vs. dormant inventory).
3. Supplier Performance and Incoming Quality
   • Drive supplier performance in collaboration with Procurement Operations teams (Airbus Atlanta, ACLP & Airbus SAS).
   • Supervise incoming quality inspections, non-conformance resolution, and on-site rework.
   • Implement structural action plans with Supply Chain & Quality teams to eradicate recurring issues.
4. Production Management, Logistics, and Transport (PC&L)
   • Manage the life cycle of manufacturing orders (conversion, launch, tracking of shortages, closure).
   • Operate inbound and outbound transport (road, air, and maritime) as well as internal heavy handling.
   • Industrialize logistics distribution and storage at the workshop level; ensure logistics performance for Autonomous Production Units (UAP).
5. Continuous Improvement and Transformation
   • Deploy a continuous improvement culture based on Airbus Atlantic standards (AAOS).
   • Lead the plant's logistics and Supply Chain transformation (projects, culture, competitiveness) and participate in major company projects (e.g., implementation of the new ERP, reduction of missing parts).

Desired Profile

Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience: Over 10 years of experience in Supply Chain operations.
• Sector: Strong senior management experience in the aerospace industry.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the supply chain. Master's degree is an asset.
• Languages: Fluent bilingualism (French and English).

Skills and Personal Qualities (Soft Skills):

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent collaboration skills and ability to drive cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams toward common objectives.
• Strong customer service mindset and results orientation.
• Analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability (problem solving).
• Ability to define a strategic vision and drive cultural and operational transformation initiatives.

This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the company's success, reputation, and sustainable growth.

At Airbus, we help you work, connect, and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we support flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.