Material Controller

One Air; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 40,880 - 49,965; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days of holiday including bank holidays

8% company pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Private Healthcare Insurance

Job summary

A leading aviation company based in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a Material Controller to support its Technical Supply Chain Manager. The role includes procurement of aircraft materials, managing logistics, and ensuring efficient delivery and compliance with regulations. Candidates should have at least 3 years in procurement, preferably in aviation, with strong negotiation and communication skills. The salary offered is £45,423 with additional benefits including a holiday allowance and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in procurement, preferably in aviation.
• Experience in loans and exchanges agreements.
• Ability to interpret metrics and understand data nuances.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for procurement and documentation of goods/materials.
• Manage AOG situations effectively.
• Build positive relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Effective communication

Team player

Flexibility

Aviation terminology

Education

Aerospace-related qualifications

Tools

Maintenance Management System AMOS

Job description

Overview

One Air, Kingston Upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

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This role is based at Head Office with some working from home and occasional travel within the UK; the role holder should be flexible and may need to work a shift pattern. The role holder will be based at our HQ in Hampton Wick supporting our 24-hour Maintenance Control Centre. The role is to support the Technical Supply Chain Manager in the procurement of aircraft materials, goods, services, and equipment required for our growing fleet of Aircraft, such as the B747-400, and to manage the end-to-end logistics cycle to ensure our maintenance teams are provided with the required material efficiently.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Responsible for procurement and documentation of aircraft and non-aircraft related goods/materials in accordance with all laws and governmental regulations using company methods and processes and following company approval and authorization policy guidelines
• Manage AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations effectively and in a speedy manner
• Negotiate with vendors to ensure best value
• Monitor and expedite Purchase Orders
• Assist in the development and execution of service contracts and maintenance support programs
• Participate in the development of company and customer needs, specifications, proposals, and selection of vendors
• Manage day-to-day tasks through the organisation’s ERP system
• Repair management liaison with vendors and various repair stations
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Purchasing Department and the company
• Work with the Maintenance Planning Team to refine demand forecast accuracy
• Coordinate with requestors any specifications for requirements
• Report issues regarding vendor performance, cost, quality, and delivery to the Technical Supply Chain Manager
• Work with other departments to manage inventory requirements, stock levels, and one-time purchases
• Adhere to appropriate chains of communication within the department and Company
• Manage freight forwarders and couriers to ensure efficient delivery of inbound and outbound global shipments
• Define customs regimes according to UK and international trade strategy, follow and implement guidelines and binding customs standards as part of the Customs Compliance Management System
• Evaluate and identify customs simplified/special procedures and implement processes and control measures to ensure compliance
• Check contracts for customs law relevance
• Negotiate the cost of shipping
• Process return shipments of customer-owned property
• Provide excellent customer account management to both internal and external stakeholders
• Attend customer/supplier meetings, which may include occasional business travel
• Develop business opportunities with suppliers and customers
• Build positive relationships with suppliers using all modes of communication
• Support administration team to expedite open orders to achieve required delivery and service levels
• Assist department leadership with tasks and projects as required

Key skills, knowledge & experience

• A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience and knowledge in procurement (preferably aviation sector)
• Experience in a similar role dealing with loans and exchanges agreements
• Experience in cost estimating, aviation terminology, and spare parts processes
• Experience with Maintenance Management System AMOS or similar is advantageous
• Aerospace-related qualifications are advantageous
• Familiar with different currencies and conversions
• Highly motivated, flexible, outgoing, persuasive, a team player with negotiation skills
• Effective communication with peers and colleagues
• Ability to build relationships with suppliers to fulfil One Air’s objectives
• Ability to communicate complex ideas succinctly
• Ability to develop plans and meet timelines
• Ability to interpret metrics and understand data nuances
• Consistently produces high standards of work
• Knowledge of human factors, human performance, and limitations
• Interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships across the business
• Knowledge of European/International regulations (FAA, TCCA, EASA Part-145, PGS-15, ADR, IATA category 7/8)

Additional information

The role is based at Head Office with some working from home and occasional travel within the UK. The role holder should be flexible and may need to work a shift pattern.

What we offer

An annual salary of £45,423, holiday allowance of 33 days including bank holidays, 8% company pension contribution, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance (3x annual salary) and Private Healthcare Insurance after successful probation.

One Air values

Creative – Enjoy a challenge, focus on solutions, embrace new ideas, strive for excellence, open and honest, we do what we say, ambitious but realistic, reliable, build strong relationships, work together, respect everyone’s view, remain calm under pressure, have fun