Aviation Supply Chain Manager - Spares & Inventory

AirAsia; Sepang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AirAsia in Malaysia seeks a Manager, Supply Chain Management to oversee spares, materials, and repairs in line with CAAM standards. You’ll lead inventory control, budgeting, and staff development while ensuring timely, cost-efficient operations across CAM interfaces.

You will drive forecasting, procurement, and supplier collaboration to sustain maintenance readiness and network efficiency in a dynamic aviation environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in inventory management or supply chain; 5+ aviation experience preferred.
• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Holds a valid CAAM Aircraft Maintenance License (AML).
• Inventory management certification (CPIM) is a plus.
• Proficient with Oracle ERP, AMOS, and WMS platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain an economical administrative system within SCM.
• Monitor course progress of staff within the department to maintain quality.
• Manage the SCM department budget.
• Ensure staff have necessary skills and ongoing training.
• Prepare and present reports on inventory health, stock availability, and turnover.
• Develop budgetary forecasts for materials and spares.
• Forecast short-, mid-, and long-term spare parts needs.
• Procure and manage aircraft spares and materials to support maintenance.
• Supervise material movements within networks; review unserviceable parts and BER suggestions.
• Liaise with QA for supplier approvals and corrective actions from audits.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Logistics across functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication & interpersonal

Cross-functional teamwork

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Leadership potential

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

CAAM AML license

CPIM or inventory management certification (plus)

Tools

Oracle ERP

AMOS

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

AirAsia in Malaysia seeks a Manager, Supply Chain Management to oversee spares, materials, and repairs in line with CAAM standards. You’ll lead inventory control, budgeting, and staff development while ensuring timely, cost-efficient operations across CAM interfaces.

You will drive forecasting, procurement, and supplier collaboration to sustain maintenance readiness and network efficiency in a dynamic aviation environment.