Material Planning Associate

Aviation Indeed™️; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation solutions company in Bengaluru is seeking a Material Planning Associate to support material forecasting, inventory control, and procurement coordination for aircraft maintenance operations. The successful candidate will ensure optimal stock availability and efficient supplier management. A Bachelor’s degree and 2–4 years experience in material planning are required, with strong analytical and communication skills. This full-time role offers professional growth in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years experience in material planning, inventory management, or procurement.
• Strong forecasting & supplier management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inventory assessments and maintain accurate planning data.
• Forecast material requirements using historical data.
• Ensure timely material availability for maintenance.
• Coordinate with suppliers for spares and tooling.
• Manage supplier performance and negotiate schedules.

Skills

Analytical Proficiency

Supplier Relationship Management

Logistics Planning & Coordination

Problem-Solving Ability

Time Management & Prioritization

Excellent Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Material Planning Associate

Location: MRO – Bengaluru (BLR)

Job Type: Full-time

Function: Engineering / Material Planning

Reports To: Material Planning Incharge

Job Description

We are hiring a Material Planning Associate to support material forecasting, inventory control, and procurement coordination for aircraft maintenance operations. The role ensures optimal stock availability, accurate planning, and efficient supplier management to reduce downtime and maintain operational reliability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inventory assessments, reviews, and maintain accurate planning data.
• Forecast material requirements using historical data and industry trends.
• Ensure timely material availability for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Review BOMs, coordinate with suppliers, and arrange spares, BFE, IFE, rotables, and tooling.
• Track service levels, usage, reorder points, EOQ, and inventory parameters in ERP.
• Support AOG requirements with fast coordination across engineering and logistics.
• Manage supplier performance, negotiate pricing and delivery schedules.
• Review surplus, slow-moving items, and support inventory optimization.
• Assist in alternate parts advice, class change requests, and planning documentation.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical Proficiency
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Logistics Planning & Coordination
• Problem-Solving Ability
• Time Management & Prioritization
• Excellent Communication

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
• 2–4 years experience in material planning, inventory management, or procurement

Desired

• 5+ years experience in material planning with strong forecasting & supplier management
• Aviation industry experience preferred

Notes

Skills Matrix (Three Words Each) – Material Planning Accuracy, Inventory Forecasting Expertise, Supplier Coordination Efficiency

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