Head of Supply Chain at Air Peace

ROLE DESCRIPTION

• The Head of Supply Chain is responsible for developing and executing the supply chain strategy to support operational efficiency, cost management, and service excellence across the airline and AMO.
• This includes procurement, inventory management, logistics, vendor management, and compliance.
• This role ensures the uninterrupted availability of aircraft parts, materials, tools and equipment, and other essential services to support the aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul activities.
• The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of aviation supply chains, strong leadership skills, and experience in regulatory compliance (EASA, FAA, etc.)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement strategies that will enable the improvement of tactical and operational services and to attain cost savings.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams across procurement, warehousing, logistics, inventory and contracts.
• Manage strategic sourcing and contract negotiations with OEMs,
• MROs, and other critical suppliers.
• Establish long-term supplier relationships and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Monitor supplier performance, compliance, and risk management.
• Oversee inventory planning and control for aircraft parts, components, consumables, and ground support equipment.
• Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid AOG (Aircraft on Ground) scenarios.
• Optimize logistics, distribution networks, and just-in-time delivery models.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, hazardous goods handling, and trade controls.
• Ensure proper warehousing and logistics management.
• Conduct market research for strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.
• Coordinate and handle high-level negotiation when required.
• Monitor industry trends and innovations to keep the airline supply chain competitive and resilient.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to manage non-conformances and material recalls.
• Ensure robust record-keeping and traceability of all materials and components.
• Making sure that all activities have been handled based on policy and procedures in consideration of long-term objectives.
• Facilitate coaching and mentoring program within the department and participate in and process improvement projects.
• Ensures the consistent implementation of quality, safety and security policy and procedures.
• Develop and control the annual budget for the Supply Chain Unit.
• Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably requested by the Technical Director.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (MA/ MSc preferred).
• At least 10 years of experience within the aviation Technical Procurement and Supply Chain departments, and 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of aviation supply chain standards, aviation maintenance procedures (e.g MRO), and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in computer applications and ERP/ MRO systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, AMOS)
• Leadership and management skills
• Communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Negotiation and contract management
• Risk management and compliance
• Process optimization and lean management