Aerospace Materials Specialist: Inventory & Logistics Lead

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Simsbury (CT); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is seeking an inventory and materials specialist to support daily shipment receipt, distribution, and cycle counts. You will work with Operations to manage Kanbans, kitting programs, and disposition of excess or obsolete inventory, ensuring accurate accounting and timely reporting.

The role requires a high school diploma (AAS a plus) and experience with ERP systems, MS Office, and hazardous materials shipping knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School diploma minimum; AAS business is a plus.
• Aerospace/defense material management experience preferred.
• Experience using ERP systems to move and ship materials.
• Inventory transactions, storage and cycle count experience required.
• Knowledge of hazardous material shipping and movement desired.
• DOT CFR-49 and IATA certifications are a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Energetic and positive; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily shipment receipt and distribution process.
• Leads problem resolution to ensure accurate, timely inventory accounting.
• Support the weekly Cycle Count process.
• Run, distribute, manage count sheets, and reconcile weekly reports.
• Lead corrective action process and report results weekly.
• Work with Operations teams to create & maintain Kanbans and Kitting programs.
• Assist with reconciliation, disposal and accounting for E&O inventory.
• Back up for hazardous material and inert product shipping.
• Outside audit preparation and support.

Skills

Inventory control

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

AAS Business or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

DOT CFR-49 certification

IATA certification

Job description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is seeking an inventory and materials specialist to support daily shipment receipt, distribution, and cycle counts. You will work with Operations to manage Kanbans, kitting programs, and disposition of excess or obsolete inventory, ensuring accurate accounting and timely reporting.

The role requires a high school diploma (AAS a plus) and experience with ERP systems, MS Office, and hazardous materials shipping knowledge.