Head of Supply Chain

atlanticaviation; Shannon; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Aviation Group (AAG) Shannon seeks a strategic Head of Supply Chain to lead Materials, Procurement, Stores and Logistics, ensuring on-time maintenance delivery and cost-effective inventory management. You will set the strategy, coach cross‑functional teams, drive continuous improvement, and build supplier partnerships, while ensuring regulatory compliance and safe operations.

The role requires broad aviation supply chain leadership, ERP experience and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business or related discipline.
• 10+ years’ experience in supply chain, logistics, materials, or procurement leadership roles, ideally in aviation/MRO.
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams across materials, procurement, stores, and logistics.
• Strong knowledge of EASA/CAA/FAA requirements relating to materials, storage, documentation, traceability, and certification.
• Hands-on experience in ERP systems, digital procurement tools, and data-driven operational management.
• Significant experience with commercial negotiation, contracts, RFPs, supplier management, and freight/logistics agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Materials, Procurement, and Logistics strategy aligned with operational priorities.
• Lead, develop and coach Materials, Stores, and Logistics teams; serve as escalation point for challenges.
• Build customer understanding and embed customer-centric decision-making.
• Foster continuous improvement, innovation and R&D; benchmark against best practices.
• Oversee key contracts including freight, materials, consignment, and vendor agreements.
• Manage inventory accuracy, min/max replenishment and cycle counts.
• Drive ERP optimisation and digital procurement tool adoption; maintain dashboards.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance and audit readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Data‑driven decisions

Lean / CI

ERP familiarity

Supply chain strategy

Aviation/MRO knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master’s degree or professional certification

Tools

ERP software

Digital procurement tools

Job description

Job Title: Head of Supply Chain

Reports to: Director of MRO Support Services

Location: Shannon Airport, Shannon, Co Clare

Atlantic Aviation Group

With nearly 60 years of experience, Shannon based Atlantic Aviation Group (AAG) is one of Europe’s leading independent aviation solution providers. The company has a strong reputation of providing customers with a complete range of solutions including aircraft maintenance & modifications, technical, engineering and design services, logistics and material solutions and international training. This reputation is built on a proud history and tradition of superior craftsmanship, technical expertise and continuous training, which is supported by our flexible, open and partnership‑based customer relationships.

The company provides a range of aviation solutions including Part 145 Aircraft Maintenance, MAA Part 145 Defence Services, and the EASA Part 147 Atlantic Aviation Training Academy which provides aviation training to airlines, MRO’s and companies around the world.

AAG has an exceptional opportunity for a highly motivated career focused and ambitious, qualified Head of Supply Chain seeking a role in a challenging, fast‑paced and rewarding environment. Our aim as a team is to attract and develop key talent across all levels of our growing aviation business.

Head of Supply Chain – Role Overview

The Head of Supply Chain will provide strategic and operational leadership across Materials, Procurement, Stores, and Logistics at AAG Shannon. The role ensures efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective management of inventory, repair flow, logistics, and supplier performance. A key focus is enabling on‑time maintenance delivery by ensuring the right materials and services are available at the right time, in the right place, and at the right cost.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the Materials, Procurement, and Logistics strategy in line with AAG’s operational priorities.
• Lead, develop, and coach the Materials, Stores, and Logistics teams; act as the escalation point for operational challenges.
• Build strong customer understanding—contracts, business models, priorities—and embed customer‑centric decision‑making.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and R&D.
• Benchmark against industry best practice and evolving MRO operating models to drive performance.
• Ensure robust succession planning, capability development, and high leadership standards.
• Build effective working relationships with Production, Planning, Engineering, Finance, and Quality.
• Develop strategic supplier partnerships and position AAG as a preferred partner within the industry.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence at all times.
• Drive technology adoption, including AI and digital tools, to improve speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Deliver all projects on time, within budget, and to required safety and quality standards.
• Produce clear daily, weekly, and monthly reporting dashboards that support data‑driven decision‑making.

Procurement and Commercial Management

• Lead sourcing, tendering, RFPs, and commercial negotiations across materials, consumables, and logistics.
• Manage a multi‑million‑euro annual spend and deliver strong commercial value for the company.
• Oversee key contracts, including freight, materials, consignment, and vendor agreements for aviation products and services.
• Control spend against budget and achieve annual savings and efficiency targets.
• Ensure supplier compliance with certification, traceability, regulatory, and audit requirements.
• Assess and onboard new suppliers, technologies, and commercial models to strengthen resilience, speed, and overall value.

Materials, Inventory & Logistics Management

• Develop world‑class warehouse operations and processes covering receiving, inspection, issuing, picking, quarantine, dispatch, and storage.
• Understand customer requirements and contractual obligations to enable first‑class service delivery.
• Maintain high standards of inventory accuracy, stock control, cycle counts, and min/max replenishment.
• Manage internal logistics, transport, customs clearance, and high‑value component control.
• Optimise warehouse layout, racking, mobility, scanning, and storage systems.
• Maintain exceptional safety, accuracy, and service‑level performance.

Operational Delivery – Maintenance Support

• Ensure material availability for planned checks, targeting zero material‑related delays.
• Lead AOG response, shortage recovery, freight escalation, and repair turnaround performance.
• Provide real‑time status updates on materials and logistics for active and upcoming maintenance inputs.
• Align procurement and demand forecasting with planned maintenance workloads.
• Proactively manage inventory and procurement to optimise cash flow, material availability, and customer satisfaction.

Digital, Data & Continuous Improvement

• Drive ERP optimisation and digital procurement tool adoption.
• Maintain dashboards covering inventory, shortages, repairs, supplier performance, and spend.
• Lead CI initiatives using root‑cause analysis, Lean tools, and structured pilot trials.
• Identify, test, and implement innovative tools, automation, and emerging technologies.

Governance, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with EASA/CAA/FAA and other aviation regulatory requirements relating to storage, traceability, documentation, and certification.
• Maintain Health & Safety compliance, ensuring all staff are trained, competent, and audit‑ready.
• Monitor risk, performance, and audit outcomes; implement corrective and preventive actions where necessary.
• Perform any additional duties aligned to the Materials & Logistics function as required.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years’ experience in supply chain, logistics, materials, or procurement leadership roles, ideally within the aviation, aerospace, or MRO sector.
• Proven experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams across materials, procurement, stores, and logistics.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering material availability, on‑time operational support, and cost optimisation in a high‑pressure environment.
• Strong knowledge of EASA/CAA/FAA requirements relating to materials, storage, documentation, traceability, and certification.
• Hands‑on experience in ERP systems, digital procurement tools, and data‑driven operational management.
• Significant experience with commercial negotiation, contracts, RFPs, supplier management, and freight/logistics agreements.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement, Lean methodologies, and process optimisation initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, suppliers, and customers.

Desirable

• Master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MSc Supply Chain) or equivalent professional certification.
• Aviation supply chain certifications (e.g., APICS/CPIM/CSCP, IATA, or equivalent).
• Experience in a regulated, safety‑critical industry with strong governance expectations.
• Exposure to AI/digital transformation, automation tools, and modern warehouse technologies.
• Experience supporting or leading large‑scale operational change projects within an MRO or manufacturing environment.

Typical Working Conditions

• Must satisfy and maintain the required medical standard.
• Work is performed at the AAG Hangar in Shannon.
• PPE is provided by AAG, and its use is mandatory in the performance of your work.
• Must satisfy and maintain airport security requirements.