Product Line Manager

TDA. (Touchdown Aviation); Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to online learning platform

Retirement plan

Travel allowance

23 annual holidays

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Amsterdam is seeking a Product Line Manager for their Airframe team. The role involves commercial management of aircraft components, supplier negotiation, and ensuring parts meet safety standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience. This position offers growth opportunities and a vibrant work culture.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a commercial and/or technical position.
• Interest in both commercial and technical aspects.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with component suppliers.
• Run programs with repair facilities and manufacturers.
• Ensure parts comply with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Fluent in English

Strong negotiating skills

Proactive and flexible

Education

Bachelor’s degree (HBO or WO level)

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

Job description

Direct message the job poster from TDA. (Touchdown Aviation)

TDA continues to grow, and we are looking for a Product Line Manager for our Airframe team at the World Trade Center Amsterdam! Are you passionate about aircrafts and the aviation industry? Do you want to work within an environment where you are not just a number? Don’t look further, we are looking for you!

About the Airframe team & the role:

TDA’s core business is acquiring end-of-life aircraft including engines for part-out purposes to ensure we have strong and sufficient stock of airworthy components available at all times. The Airframe team is responsible for all Avionics, Mechanics, Structures, Landing Gear, and APU components. Each Product Line Manager (PLM) is responsible for their assigned portfolio of components, ensuring highly demanded parts are available at the right location and at the right price.

We are currently looking for two Product Line Managers, each specializing in a different category:

As a Product Line Manager Airframe systems you will be responsible for the commercial management of all aircraft structural components including Wheels and Brakes, Flight Controls, Engine Cowling & Evacuation Equipment.

Product Line Manager Avionics:

As a Product Line Manager Avionics you will be responsible for all electronic components installed on an aircraft. This includes electrical components and equipment for cockpit and cabin systems, navigation and communication systems, weather and traffic avoidance systems, flight control system and many more.

Your tasks will include:

• Negotiating with component suppliers
• Running various programs with repair facilities and manufacturers
• Deciding on the commercial strategy of current stock and future programs
• Working closely with the TDA Technical team on technical developments
• Ensuring that all parts comply with the latest safety and regulatory standards
• Working with our global sales department to stay informed about market trends and developments
• Ensuring that inventory meets the specific needs of our customers, including airlines, MROs, aircraft leasing companies, manufacturers, and more

Why choose for TDA?

• Prime location: working in the heart of aviation at the World Trade Center (WTC) Amsterdam
• Global impact: build lasting customer & supplier relationships, and contribute to the growth of a leading player in the aviation industry.
• Career growth: actively contribute to the company’s success, and lots of opportunities to let your professional journey take flight.
• Work hard, play hard: at TDA we’re dedicated to hard work but we also know how to have fun together! We embrace a balanced lifestyle which includes quarterly company events, Friday afternoon drinks.

In addition:

• Access to online learning platform.
• Retirement plan and travel allowance.
• 23 annual holidays + Dutch National Holidays.
• Working from home can be discussed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (HBO or WO level) with 2-3 years of experience in a commercial and/or technical position
• Strong analytical skills with interest in both commercial and technical aspects
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written
• Strong negotiating skills and able to build and use your industry network
• Proactive, hard-working, flexible, and target-minded
• You can work independently as well as in a team
• Experience with data management systems such as MS Excel, Power BI, etc.
• Affinity with the aviation industry is an advantage

More about TDA:

TDA is one of the world’s largest suppliers of commercial aircraft components. Through purchasing and dismantling aircraft, TDA ensures sufficient spare parts are available to keep the global commercial fleet flying. With 40 years of experience, TDA has developed a substantial portfolio of both narrow and wide-body aircraft components available for selling, exchanging, and leasing.

Since 1982, TDA has distinguished itself as an innovative, multicultural company with a friendly working atmosphere throughout the organization. Headquartered in Amsterdam, we have offices and warehouses in the UK & the USA. Our international team consists of loyal employees who often progress internally to higher positions.

Excited to take on this new challenging opportunity?

Visit www.tda.aero or contact Mandy Koolen or Margriet de Groot via 020 659 9900 or send an email to [e-mail] with your resume and a short motivation.