Supply Chain Manager

RBC Bearings; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, vision

401k plan

Job summary

Airtomic Ducting Solutions in Franklin, IN seeks a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end material flow, procurement, and logistics in a fast-paced aviation environment. You will drive supplier performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop teams to optimize on-time delivery.

The role requires a bachelor's degree with at least 6 years in supply chain, hands-on experience with ERP planning, and strong communication across all levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6 years of progressive responsibility in supply chain functions including ERP based planning, purchasing, production control, and logistics activities
• Experience in a high mix low volume, engineered to order environment
• Understanding of FAA/EASA/CAA/CAAC regulations, traceability documents (FAA Form 8130-3), and quality standards (AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP)
• Demonstrated history of finding parts/details using ILS or other aerospace suppliers/brokers
• Demonstrated history of identifying/developing aerospace suppliers
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma processes
• Strong critical thinking with strategic/tactical balance; change-agent with coaching experience
• Ambassadorship and customer responsiveness across organization
• US Citizen; proficient MS Office skills including Word, Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier development strategy, identify sources of services/products, make/buy decisions, manage inventory to meet on-time delivery
• Lead RFQs, negotiate supplier contracts, and establish commodity strategies for cost savings
• Oversee inventory control: stockroom, cycle counts, allocation, shelf-life to minimize shortages
• Manage inbound/outbound freight, hazardous materials, and customs for timely global delivery
• Maintain traceability documentation and compliance with aviation airworthiness mandates
• Supervise buyers/planners/material handlers and foster continuous improvement
• Manage suppliers to meet on-time delivery and quality KPIs
• Develop and implement strategies to improve safety, delivery, inventory, and productivity
• Utilize GDP to align team objectives and measure performance
• Translate customer needs into supply chain schedules; manage direct purchasing
• Support Sales/Inventory/Operations Planning processes
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety, and ethics
• Apply Theory of Constraints and remove barriers
• Support customer satisfaction and cost reduction initiatives
• Oversee supply/demand to optimize inventory and factory workflow
• Analyze material purchases for cost reduction and supplier performance
• Coordinate facilities maintenance with contractors
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

ERP planning

Purchasing

Production control

Logistics

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Communication

Power BI/Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Supply Chain Manager Airtomic, Ducting Solutions: Located in Franklin, Indiana, Airtomic Ducting Solutions is a growing ducting aerospace solutions provider. Our dynamic team works closely together to support our customers and to ensure the success of our business. We focus on providing our employees with opportunities to learn and grow. We provide our customers with best-in-class service. We strive to understand our customers, market, and products to maximize our results.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

Responsible for leading the end-to-end material flow, procurement, and logistics in a fast-paced environment. Develop employees through a combination of providing coaching and training.Ensure the availability of aviation components and rotables, drive supplier performance, and guarantee strict compliance with aviation regulatory standards.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Acts proactively supporting safety at all times. Safety is ALWAYS first Leads supplier development strategy, identifying sources of services and products, make / buy decisions, inventory levels to ensure products are available to meet customer on time delivery. Lead RFQs, negotiates supplier contracts, and establish commodity strategies to achieve cost savings and favorable terms. Lead inventory control, including stockroom, cycle counts, stock allocation, and shelf-life controls to minimize shortages and ensure inventory accuracy. Manage inbound/outbound freight, hazardous materials (DG shipments), and customs for timely global delivery. Maintain complete traceability documentation and ensure all parts comply with aviation airworthiness mandates. Supervise buyers, planners, and material handlers while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Manage suppliers to ensure OTD and quality KPIs are achieved. Develop and execute strategies improving of safety, on time delivery, inventory, and productivity Utilize goal deployment process (GDP) to maintain focus and to develop and implement supporting objectives for each team members, measure actual performance against plan and implement effective countermeasures where appropriate Understand customer needs and ability to translate into supply chain & operational schedules Develop and manage direct Purchasing process to ensure timely availability of direct materials and supplies Expert in coaching direct and indirect reports to improve individual/team performance Create inputs/supports the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning process Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, especially those pertaining to compliance, safety, and business ethics Apply theory of constraints, elevate and remove barriers Support all efforts to improve customer satisfaction (OTD, Quality, Low cost) Manage supply and demand to assure optimal inventory, productive factory workflow and best overall value for Airtomic Material planning to assure on-time delivery, achievement of revenue requirements, and effective inventory management Develop processes to analyze material purchases supporting cost reduction, inventory control, E&O and supplier performance. Coordinate contractors for facilities maintenance. Perform all other duties as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree with 6 years of progressive responsibility in supply chain functions including ERP based planning, purchasing, production control, and logistics activities Experience in a high mix low volume, engineered to order environment. Understanding of FAA/EASA/CAA/CAAC regulations, traceability documents (e.g., FAA Form 8130-3), and quality standards (AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP). Demonstrated history of finding parts / details using ILS or other aerospace suppliers / brokers. Demonstrated history of identifying / developing aerospace suppliers. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma processes. Demonstrated history of strong critical thinking skills with solid strategic and tactical balance. Change-agent with a history of challenging and coaching others in culture change. Highly regarded customer responsiveness and ambassadorship skills. Superior communication across all levels of the organization. US Citizen Required. Strong Microsoft Office Skills in WORD, EXCEL, Power BI, and PowerPoint Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position

PREFERRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Aerospace operations/MRO experience
• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control) Certification - CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management)
• ISM (Institute of Supply Management) Certification - C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager)
• Bachelor's Degree, MBA or master's degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Working knowledge of Quantum Defense Industry experience strongly preferred.

Act on behalf of Airtomic

Represent Airtomic in a professional, innovative, positive, pro-active manner

Reporting to this Position

Buyer/Planner(s) Material Handler(s) Relationships: Reports to & works closely with Plant Manager Daily interaction with Suppliers and Contractors Daily interaction with internal departments

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% travel

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation with bonus opportunities!Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision and company matched 401k plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/h/v