Manager of Inventory Planning

Overview Let your career take off with PSA Airlines About PSA PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. We value teamwork, diversity, and inclusivity and strive to create a safe, respectful, and happy work environment for our more than 4,000 employees. Our company culture, known as The PSA Way, is our foundation for operation and fosters stability, growth and a focus on the future while always placing safety at the forefront of everything we do. We are driven in our goals and achievements, eager to be better. We are reliable to one another and accountable for our actions. And we are caring in our daily interactions, with teammates, colleagues, and customers. Join our team to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network, so you can explore new destinations and create unforgettable memories with family and friends. Benefits PSA offers the benefits you expect from a company focused on excellence. All eligible team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including: Travel privileges on the American Airlines global network A generous vacation plan designed to let you enjoy your travel perks 401(k) with company match American Airlines Group (AAG) profit-sharing and bonus opportunities A choice of three health plan options, all with nationwide coverage with the UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network Premium dental coverage Vision plan options provided, including a plan that covers both glasses and contacts every year Benefits navigation services, including finding a doctor, scheduling an appointment, understanding your medical bills, and free second opinion services Access to 24-hour virtual urgent care services Family planning and fertility treatment LGBTQ+ friendly services including gender affirming care, assistance finding knowledgeable providers, and family planning Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, and supplemental life insurance options for spouses and dependent children Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care services Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing a range of services, including 5 free in-person sessions with a health care professional Responsibilities Position Summary The Manager of Inventory Planning is responsible for the establishment of aircraft component and material inventory levels throughout the maintenance organization. Responsible for leading the inventory planning team. Within these teams, this position will hold ultimate accountability for building and maintaining The Inventory Planning function, building, and maintaining inventory planning databases, implementing allocation methodology, monitor, and control parts shipments to restock bases. Job Responsibilities Ensure team members operate with Safety as a top priority. Lead the team via mentorship, coaching and successor planning with team member growth and development as the resulting outcome. Develop and establish methodology and philosophy for the placement of inventory and associated sparing levels throughout the organization. Lead in the formulation of annual provisioning projections based on fleet route structure and activity. Build and maintain the materials budgets and work with the PSA finance team on implementing the budget. Actively seek PMA parts and collaborates with PSA stakeholders and vendors in PMA/OOPP development. Responsible for the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs. Performs other duties as assigned. Position Specifics Qualifications Required High school diploma or equivalent. 2-3 years of aviation experience, preferably in a supervisory capacity. Experience in attracting, selecting, and developing technical teams that can pull together to quickly overcome obstacles. Proven ability to manage multiple projects. Strong technical consulting/customer service background, as well as excellent oral, written and presentation skills. Proven ability to handle operational issues effectively, understanding escalation, communication, and crisis management. Previous inventory planning experience. Previous development of budgets, forecasting and operational expenses. Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking and leadership with strong abilities in relationship management. Gained experience in managing resources to meet goals across multiple projects. Gained experience in leading multi-discipline, high-performance work teams/groups. Demonstrated competency in developing efficient and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems. Strong Database background in developing and building databases to track and manage inventory and inventory planning methodology. Ability to work and manage both onshore and offshore resources. Ability to speak/read/write in English. If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, Aviation Management or related discipline or equivalent work experience. Airframe and Powerplant License. Aviation Supply Chain Experience. Skilled in creating annual budgets and tracking to make sure they are met. Demonstrate problem solving skills, have strong presentation and analytical skills and possess a strong desire to work in a fast-paced environment. Additional Information Delegation: In absence, responsibilities delegated to Director of Stores and Supply Chain. Authorities: None Supervisory Responsibility: This is a supervisory position. Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines and filing cabinets. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb up and down stairs; lift weight up to 25 lbs; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Security Clearance: All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209 as well as a pre-employment drug screen. AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr PSA Airlines