Aviation Materials Planner

ZipRecruiter; Westerham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking a detail-oriented Materials Planner in Westerham, Kent. The successful candidate will manage material flows, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing costs. This full-time role involves utilizing ERP systems, making informed decisions, and coordinating AOG situations. Ideal for someone with a solid background in planning and customs processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials or demand planning.
• Familiarity with customs regulations and hazardous materials.
• Strong decision-making and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels, orders, and deliveries using ERP systems.
• Coordinate AOG situations to ensure rapid response.
• Ensure compliance with shipping regulations and customs procedures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Experience in materials planning

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Job Description

Job Title:Aviation Materials Planner

Location:Westerham, Kent

Job Type:Full-time (Day shifts OR Mon-Fri working available)

Job Summary:We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Materials Planner to join our client expanding team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the flow of materials within the organization, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with all relevant regulations. This role requires strong decision-making skills, excellent communication abilities, and a solid understanding of commercial and customs processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize ERP systems to manage and track inventory levels, orders, and deliveries.
• Coordinate Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations to ensure rapid response and resolution.
• Handle import and export air waybills, ensuring accuracy and compliance with international shipping regulations.
• Maintain awareness of hazardous shipment protocols and ensure all shipments comply with safety standards.
• Make informed decisions regarding material requirements and logistics, demonstrating confident communication skills.
• Exhibit strong commercial acumen to optimize costs and improve efficiency in material planning.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and procedures, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in materials planning or demand planningrelated fields.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Strong understanding of import/export processes and air waybill documentation.
• Awareness of hazardous materials handling and shipping regulations.
• Excellent decision-making and communication skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to optimize costs.
• Familiarity with customs regulations and procedures.

Skills:

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive and able to anticipate potential issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

Position is open to Shifts or Mon-Fri.