Materials Manager

JMC Aviation; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Salary Exchange Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Employee Cash Plan

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schem

Professional Growth and Development

Access to State-of-the-art Equipment &

Career Development: Ongoing Training &

Job summary

JMC Aviation Limited is seeking a skilled Purchasing, Logistics and Stores leader to oversee material planning, procurement and stock control in a Part 145 MRO environment. You will drive KPI-led performance, ensure airworthiness documentation, and manage import/export and customs, with a focus on cost control and regulatory compliance.

The role requires degree in related field, strong aviation material management experience and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, aviation management or related discipline (equivalent experience considered).
• Extensive experience in aviation material management within a Part 145 MRO environment.
• Strong knowledge of EASA Part 145, CAA requirements and aviation material traceability.
• Experience managing customs compliance including IPR, Temporary Admission, customs declarations and international trade activities.
• Knowledge of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and hazardous materials management.
• Experience with inventory management, supplier performance management and ERP/MRO systems such as WINGS, AMOS, Quantum or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and motivate Purchasing and Stores teams, setting departmental KPIs and driving continuous improvement.
• Manage material planning, forecasting, purchasing and supplier performance to support maintenance operations.
• Oversee AOG procurement, supplier negotiations, warranty claims, repairs, rotable exchanges and lease returns.
• Ensure all purchased materials have the required airworthiness documentation.
• Maintain full material traceability across receipt, storage, issue and dispatch, ensuring compliance with EASA Part 145 requirements.
• Manage inventory control, including shelf-life, stock accuracy, surplus and obsolete materials.
• Oversee import/export operations, customs declarations, documentation and compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Manage customs procedures, including IPR, Returned Goods Relief and Temporary Admission.
• Ensure dangerous goods are correctly stored, handled, packaged and transported in line with IATA DGR, ADR and relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate records, oversee dangerous goods documentation and support customs and regulatory audits.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management / logistics / aviation management

Tools

WINGS

AMOS

Quantum

Job description

• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays, rising to 23 days after 5 years and 24 days after 10 years of service
• Salary Exchange Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Cash Plan
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes,
• Professional Growth and Development,
• Access to State-of-the-art Equipment and Technology
• Career Development: Ongoing Training and Certification Programmes

About the Role

Manage the Purchasing, Logistics and Stores functions to ensure aircraft materials, components, tooling and services are procured, stored, controlled, transported and issued in accordance with EASA Part 145, company procedures and applicable import/export regulations. Ensure material availability to support maintenance operations whilst optimising inventory levels, controlling costs and maintaining the highest standards of airworthiness, regulatory compliance and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and motivate Purchasing and Stores teams, setting departmental KPIs and driving continuous improvement.
• Manage material planning, forecasting, purchasing and supplier performance to support maintenance operations.
• Oversee AOG procurement, supplier negotiations, warranty claims, repairs, rotable exchanges and lease returns.
• Ensure all purchased materials have the required airworthiness documentation.
• Maintain full material traceability across receipt, storage, issue and dispatch, ensuring compliance with EASA Part 145 requirements.
• Manage inventory control, including shelf-life, stock accuracy, surplus and obsolete materials.
• Oversee import/export operations, customs declarations, documentation and compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Manage customs procedures, including IPR, Returned Goods Relief and Temporary Admission.
• Ensure dangerous goods are correctly stored, handled, packaged and transported in line with IATA DGR, ADR and relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate records, oversee dangerous goods documentation and support customs and regulatory audits.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, aviation management or related discipline (equivalent experience considered.)
• Extensive experience in aviation material management within a Part 145 MRO environment.
• Strong knowledge of EASA Part 145, CAA requirements and aviation material traceability.
• Experience managing customs compliance including IPR, Temporary Admission, customs declarations and international trade activities.
• Knowledge of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and hazardous materials management.
• Experience with inventory management, supplier performance management and ERP/MRO systems such as WINGS, AMOS, Quantum or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Placements across the globe
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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