Global Obsolescence Program Lead

Avel Technologies

Vitrolles

Remote

EUR 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

International projects and knowledge‑g

Flexible working arrangements

Technical training programs

Job summary

Avel Technologies in Vitrolles, France, seeks an Obsolescence Case Leader to manage obsolescence cases from analysis to resolution, ensuring no supply gaps and smooth logistics. You will coordinate with suppliers, design offices, and program teams to define and launch resolution scenarios and track progress until implementation.

The role requires engineering credentials, strong logistics know-how, and experience with SAP, Windchill, TOM and related tools.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial) or Supply Chain Management.
Knowledge of logistics concepts and supply chain processes.
Industrial flow and production knowledge.
Notions of MCO, PBH, RBH.
Knowledge of Change Processes (ECR, ECP, AMS, RR).
Leadership and communication in a transnational environment.
Advanced English.
ISO 9001 certification requirement.

Responsibilities

Manage the operational treatment of obsolescence according to OSC processes, from impact analysis to case resolution.
Identify and assess potential impacts on programmes, serial production, and support activities; set priorities on case management.
Build resolution scenarios with stakeholders including Suppliers, Strategic Buyers, Design Office, LMP, Programmes, and PSO.
Align programs and drumbeat stakeholder activities to define and launch resolution scenarios.
Ensure end-to-end follow-up and drumbeating of case resolutions to secure implementation before shortages.
Update the obsolescence database daily across TOM, ECR, SAP.
Flag obsolete parts in IT systems; link with forecast and procurability (SCDM).
Follow up LBO stocks with Obsolescence Logistic Manager; integrate supplier inputs.
Perform ad hoc analysis of obsolescence cases to communicate status.
Alert OSC Team Leader on critical topics; escalate blockers and missing parts.
Update the OSC priority file and define action plans.
Prepare slides and participate in obsolescence program reviews with suppliers.