Logistics Analyst

Job Category: Supply Chain POSITION PURPOSE Supports Aircraft on Ground (AOG), Maintenance and Supply Chain with critical part requirements by fulfilling variable demands that impact the operation. Analyzes need and sources aircraft parts, initiates purchase orders, expedites existing orders and coordinates logistics to meet immediate and future requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Provides 24/7 first response to Maintenance and Maintenance Control on AOG material requirements. Analyzes, recommends and coordinates the most cost effective and time efficient means of movement of parts and materials to support operational needs. Provides strategic optimization of all line allocations to ensure the maximum material coverage to support operational reliability goals for rotable, repairable, expendable, and critically stocked items. Provides management with accurate and timely analytics and metrics necessary to enable informed and strategic business decisions regarding critical parts. Analyzes trends in departmental purchase orders, reviews current minimum / maximum levels and notifies Inventory Planning regarding adjusting levels. Provides input and feedback on initial and on-going provisioning for active fleets and reviews to ensure adequate spare inventory to meet operational requirements. Coordinates with contracted maintenance providers to solve aircraft discrepancies discovered at stations where Republic maintenance is not present. Coordinates and plans parts requirements for overnight aircraft maintenance tasks and daytime work. Coordinates with Warranty and Repair expeditor to request parts and materials be expedited from repair to support scheduled and unscheduled events. Reviews inventory levels of all critical parts at bases daily; restocks these parts by moving the needed supply to ensure ongoing availability. Coordinates the movement of aircraft engines to and from the bases and vendors. Verifies accuracy of requested part. Identifies cross reference and interchangeable parts and consults Engineering for approval to use. Identifies opportunities for cost savings and service improvements. Provides excellent and timely customer service to Maintenance Control, Purchasing, MRO Managers, Planning and Material Services. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE. Bachelor’s degree required. 4 or more years of experience in airline industry or supply chain or related area may be substituted for the formal degree. Familiar with Microsoft Office products and dashboards. Able to analyze cost drivers and develop/implement cost reduction strategies. Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and apply principles of logical thinking and mathematical formulas to draw valid conclusions Able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, Illustrated Parts Catalogs and Electronic Manuals and governmental regulations. Ability to handle simultaneous projects and adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays and days-off required PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE LANGUAGE SKILLS Able to read, analyze, and interpret general technical information, manufacturer’s manuals and parts manuals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Able to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, internal customers, and suppliers. REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. DECISION MAKING Makes decisions daily on use of resources. Decisions could require additional expenditure of resources if not sound decisions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Able to move about the work environment. Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. WORK ENVIRONMENT Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions. Able to work a rotating shift including nights and weekends to support 24 hour operations. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS None. Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr