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

• Develop and implement strategies that will enable to improve 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 with long term objectives.
• Facilitate coaching and mentoring program within the department and participate 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/SKILLS

• 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