Aviation Materials Strategy Lead

MHI RJ Aviation Inc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescriptions coverage

401K with company match

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Wellness incentives

Employee assistance program

Job summary

MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) seeks a Materials Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement of aircraft parts, tooling, and services from hubs in the U.S. You will manage inventory strategy, supplier relationships, and cost controls while leading a purchasing team in a safety-critical aviation environment.

The role requires 7–8 years in inventory management with 3 years of supervisory experience; familiarity with FAA regulations and SAP/Empower MX is preferred.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years experience in inventory administration and management.
• 3 years progressive supervisory experience.
• Experience with procurement, planning, warehouse, stock, tool crib, shipping, and receiving.
• Planning and organizational skills to prioritize, assign, and coordinate workload.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement and material planning to ensure policy compliance.
• Manage inventory levels to meet service goals and maintenance requirements.
• Prepare and monitor department budgets and capital requests.
• Lead SAP and Empower MX usage for Materials.
• Perform staffing actions, training, and performance reviews.
• Communicate goals and feedback to staff; develop personnel.

Skills

Inventory management

Planning

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/management or related field

Tools

SAP

Empower MX

Job description

MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) seeks a Materials Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement of aircraft parts, tooling, and services from hubs in the U.S. You will manage inventory strategy, supplier relationships, and cost controls while leading a purchasing team in a safety-critical aviation environment.

The role requires 7–8 years in inventory management with 3 years of supervisory experience; familiarity with FAA regulations and SAP/Empower MX is preferred.