Product Line Manager - Airframe

Peak Performance Recruitment; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Performance Recruitment seeks a Product Line Manager - Airframes to lead Boeing/Airbus airframe product lines from its Glendale, AZ or Boca Raton, FL base. The role blends asset evaluation, pricing, inventory planning, purchasing and repair decisions, while supporting global sales teams with material positioning.

The ideal candidate has aviation product line experience, at least 2 years in a PL role, and strong analytical skills with Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation product line management, preferably in commercial aircraft parts or aviation aftermarket.
• Minimum 2+ years in product line roles within aviation aftermarket.
• Familiarity with Boeing 737 and/or Airbus A320 components.
• Understanding of pricing, inventory management and commercial margins.
• Experience with forecasting and material valuation would be beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned Boeing and/or Airbus airframe product lines and associated component inventory.
• Evaluate aircraft, surplus packages and components, providing valuation input and acquisition recommendations.
• Develop pricing strategies based on market demand, competitive availability, sales activity, inventory turns and profitability.
• Support global sales teams with material positioning, pricing recommendations and customer opportunities.
• Manage inventory planning, forecasting, replenishment and purchasing decisions.
• Review repair opportunities and determine the most commercially effective approach for material.
• Support aircraft disassembly and teardown activity where required.
• Monitor sales performance, inventory levels, margins and forecast demand.
• Work closely with Sales, Purchasing, Technical, Repairs, suppliers, repair stations and other internal stakeholders.

Skills

Aviation product line experience

2+ years product line

Forecasting

Pricing & margins

Inventory planning & purchasing

Stakeholder management & communication

Excel/Office proficiency

Tools

ERP systems

Aviation inventory systems

Job description

Travel: Up to 10%

The Opportunity

An established global aviation aftermarket business is seeking a Product Line Manager - Airframes to join its growing product line team in Glendale, Arizona or Boca Raton, Florida.

The role will focus on Boeing and/or Airbus airframe material, combining product line management, asset evaluation, pricing, inventory planning, purchasing, repair and replenishment decisions, and support to global sales teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned Boeing and/or Airbus airframe product lines and associated component inventory.
• Evaluate aircraft, surplus packages and components, providing valuation input and acquisition recommendations.
• Develop pricing strategies based on market demand, competitive availability, sales activity, inventory turns and profitability.
• Support global sales teams with material positioning, pricing recommendations and customer opportunities.
• Manage inventory planning, forecasting, replenishment and purchasing decisions.
• Review repair opportunities and determine the most commercially effective approach for material.
• Support aircraft disassembly and teardown activity where required.
• Monitor sales performance, inventory levels, margins and forecast demand.
• Work closely with Sales, Purchasing, Technical, Repairs, suppliers, repair stations and other internal stakeholders.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous aviation product line experience, ideally within the commercial aircraft parts or aviation aftermarket sector.
• 2+ years of direct product line experience preferred, with broader relevant aviation aftermarket experience also considered.
• Familiarity with Boeing 737 and/or Airbus A320 aircraft and components.
• Good understanding of aircraft parts pricing, inventory management, purchasing and commercial margins.
• Experience with forecasting, aircraft or material valuation, or strategic purchasing would be beneficial.
• Ability to analyse market demand, inventory performance and pricing to support commercial decisions.
• Strong commercial judgement, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Good analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Preferred Experience

• Aircraft or component repair experience, including an understanding of repair and certification options.
• Aircraft valuation and surplus package evaluation.
• Aircraft teardown or disassembly projects.
• Inventory forecasting and lifecycle management.
• Strategic purchasing and margin management.
• Experience using aviation inventory, ERP or aftermarket sales systems.

Additional Information

• The position can be based in Glendale, Arizona or Boca Raton, Florida.
• The role is currently five days per week onsite.
• Up to 10% domestic and international travel.
• Must be authorised to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
• This position has no direct reports.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.