Job Description

Job Description - Manager, Logistics (17507) About Us: AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society. Manager, Logistics - 17507 Description SUMMARY: The Material Planning and Control Manager manages the OEM planning group to ensure cost, quality and delivery targets are met to better meet the needs of the business. This position guides the planning team to drive optimal inventory utilization, optimal customer satisfaction for delivery and quality, and optimal processes to meet the needs of the business. He or she leads and manages the demand process including MRP utilization, forecasting policies and planning techniques.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Driving inventory optimization by implementing best practices while satisfying customer demands and business targets includes WIP, Excess and Obsolete reduction and FG strategies. Ensuring policy deployment objectives for material inventory utilization and on‑time delivery are satisfied. Providing appropriate material availability to meet customer demands and revenue targets. Establishing and maintaining MPS and finished goods inventory policies. Creating standard work and detailed work instructions for planning functions by product line. Analyzing market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and prepare market analysis. Calculating capacity and demand variation using simulation analysis. Establishing Skills Matrix and Performance Metrics. Maintaining inventory integrity and cycle count process. Lead and coordinate the site‑wide Annual Physical Inventory. Identifies and leads Continuous Improvement events. Develops Kanban pull systems and lean manufacturing processes. Arranges for the disposal of surplus and obsolete materials.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage shipping and receiving departments including subordinate supervisors who oversee employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, performance appraisals, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Business Savvy, Strategic Management, Being connected and Respectful, Building relationships and partnerships, Talent management, Coaching and Feedback, Accountability, Building confidence and integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A basic knowledge of military and commercial aerospace specifications and standards is required. Technical: MS Office, Project Mgt tools experience is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

5+ years of experience in a complex, highly engineered, manufacturing environment in lieu of bachelor's degree. Bachelors preferred. Prior supervisory or leadership experience. Fluent with MRP systems, specifically materials management functionality. Strong business acumen coupled with mental aptitude and motivation to learn new functions and expand areas of expertise. Exceptional interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. Job Operations Primary Location United States-Kansas-Wellington-Triumph Accessory Services Schedule Full-time Overtime Status Exempt AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr AAR Corp

Job Tags

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