Sr. Manager, Material Operations

Magnifica Air; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnifica Air in Orlando seeks a senior leader to own material operations, shaping strategy and leading a high-performance team across technical purchasing, repairs, and supply chain analytics. You will influence the entire material lifecycle from planning and forecasting to tooling support and cost control.

You will drive cost, quality, and turnaround improvements with OEMs and approved repair providers, supporting aircraft maintenance and fleet readiness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supply chain experience with an 121/135 air carrier or Part 145 repair station.
• 3+ years in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience with PBH program development and airline startups is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of material strategies for fast, cost-effective support.
• Drive improvements in material acquisition, distribution, and repair processes.
• Manage relationships with OEMs and external repair providers for quality, pricing, delivery.
• Support aircraft modifications and maintenance with parts, tooling, and material planning.
• Oversee stock allocations, inventory tracking, and financial reconciliation.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Logistics or Supply Chain

MBA preferred

Airframe and Powerplant certificate

Job description

Here you’ll take full ownership of material operations from day one, shaping strategy with your ideas and expertise. You’ll lead a high-performing team across technical purchasing, repairs, supply chain analytics and more, driving performance and innovation across every function.

You’ll influence every part of the material lifecycle, from inventory planning and forecasting, to repair management and tooling support. You’ll develop and monitor key metrics, track budget performance, and ensure the highest standards in parts service levels across the business.

With direct impact on aircraft components and tooling inventories, you’ll work closely with OEMs and approved repair agencies to optimize cost, quality, and turnaround times. Your decisions will shape the efficiency and readiness of the entire fleet.

As the business grows, so will your leadership scope. You’ll be at the center of building a modern, high-performance supply chain, with clear progression opportunities as new challenges and projects emerge.

What you’ll do:

You’ll lead the development and execution of material strategies, ensuring fast, cost-effective support for aircraft maintenance and operations.

Your focus will include:

• Driving improvements in material acquisition, distribution, and repair processes.
• Managing relationships with OEMs and external repair providers to secure quality, pricing, and delivery.
• Supporting aircraft modifications and maintenance with parts, tooling, and material planning.
• Overseeing stock allocations, inventory tracking, and financial reconciliation.
• Leading technology upgrades to streamline and enhance material management.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Logistics or Supply Chain; MBA preferred.
• At least 5 years of supply chain experience with an 121/135 air carrier or part 145 repair station, including 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience with PBH program development and airline startup experience are preferred, along with an Airframe and Powerplant certificate.

About us:

Magnifica Air is a new luxury aviation brand based in Orlando. If you want high standards, mutual respect and a place where values genuinely work both ways, you’ll feel at home here. The highest standards for our guests, the same respect for our people.