Director, Supply Chain

The Director, Supply Chain is responsible for the overall management and oversight of AHCA material flow. The incumbent is responsible for satisfying internal customer (AC Completions, R&O & Manufacturing) as well as external customer requirements – with key KPIs of OTD and Customer Satisfaction as key drivers and contributing to AHCA competencies and within the global Airbus Helicopters framework.  

Primary Position Responsibilities: 

Production Control:

• Responsible for overall coordination / management of shop schedules / build plans to align with capacity. 

This is achieved by:

• Ensure timely and accurate release of work orders

• Develop inventory control measures to avoid shortages and excesses

• Review demands and accordingly establish priorities

• Monitor execution of job  orders and adjust schedules to ensure delivery KPIs are met

• Coordinate with production manager in resolving production bottleneck issues

• Overseeing daily operations of the Planning Department 

• Creating, maintaining, and accuracy of production BOM’s 

• Develop accurate hours reporting and part of performance management matrix

Warehousing:

• Accountable for inventory value, accuracy, and warehouse operation overall responsibility of freight / customs performance. 

• Ensure the control of all shipping of items and the corresponding costs and in compliance with the approved budget

• Ensure customs compliance for import and export of goods are in line with Government regulations and  Airbus Group policy 

• Ensure continuously the optimization of inventory levels and stock collection through consumption monitoring and maintain the appropriate safety stock levels

Procurement and Purchases:

• Oversee the procurement unit with a focus on cost reduction and best value for money

• Ensure SCM alignment within Airbus Group policy and develop group purchasing synergies where possible

• Investigate and take pro-active approach to address missed OTD

Management and Coordination:

• Participates on the AHCA Senior Leadership Team

• In own area of responsibility, establishes organization of department and defines priorities for the teams that translate the department strategies and objectives into a clear set of added values activities and projects, evaluate and reward key personal to foster a harmonious, responsible and performing  team

• Upholds values and image of AH especially reporting and disclosure. 

• Endorses and supports the company commitments (technical, quality, schedule and cost) through seamless service and risk mitigation in own area of responsibility. It involves inspiration, motivation, and the development of others and the creation of the right working climate.

• Focus on Customer Satisfaction & maintain relationships with key stakeholders (customers, suppliers, process owners, product managers, social representation …) and ensure clarity, consistency and communication of their requirements

• Assess and develop people strengths and competences according to future business needs and people career plans, identify and promote talents, seek and provide regular feedback on individual and team behaviours and ways of working, develop people accountability and controlled initiatives / risk taking

• Foster health and safety mind-set in the workplace and knowledge of health and safety requirements

Position  Requirements 

Education:

• SCMP or APIC Accreditation or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management 

Experience:

• 10 years’ experience in an Operations Management Position

• 10 years’ experience in a leadership role

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

•  In depth knowledge of end to end supply chain processes and total cost of ownership

• Ability to develop a culture of high standards, excellent quality and customer responsiveness

• Proactively address conflicts and problems 

• Strong leadership skills and able to motivate others

• Proven ability to develop positive working relationships with staff and management

• Demonstrated ability to multi task in a fast paced environment

• Ability to manage multiple complex issues at one time

• Customers & Business oriented

• Ability to multitask and set priorities

• Driving sustainable performance

• Facilitating skills 

• Work independently under general supervision

• Effective collaboration

• Demonstrates depth of knowledge in own discipline  

Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages):

• Bilingualism (French-English) an asset

Technical Systems Proficiency:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2010 pack 

• Advanced computer skills

• ERP System experience – preferably SAP