Senior Supply Chain Manager
Location: Liskeard
Salary: DOE
Job Summary:
To lead and manage all procurement, stores and logistics functions across Castle Air UK and overseas bases, ensuring full regulatory compliance, cost-effective procurement, optimal stock availability, and strong operational support to maintenance and flight operations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead, manage, and develop all Stores and Supply Chain staff, fostering teamwork and high performance.
• Define departmental objectives, KPIs, and performance standards.
• Ensure adequate resourcing, training (Aerotrac, regulatory), succession planning, and competency management.
• Act as primary escalation point for supply chain issues (AOG, vendor failures, logistics delays).
• Oversee all purchasing activities: parts, consumables, tooling, GSE, and contracted services.
• Manage supplier selection, negotiation, contract management, and performance evaluation.
• Develop procurement strategies to reduce cost, improve lead times, and manage risks.
• Support aircraft teardown, part-out, storage, preservation, and part-sales processes.
• Maintain strong relationships with OEMs, distributors, repair vendors, and partners.
• Ensure all stores are fully Part 145 compliant, including storage conditions, segregation, and traceability.
• Oversee tooling calibration programmes and compliance monitoring.
• Develop stock level forecasting models and monitor stock accuracy, obsolescence, and rotable turnaround.
• Ensure efficient import/export processes, customs compliance, and Dangerous Goods handling.
• Lead AOG logistics support and oversee shipping, distribution, and dispatch standards.
• Optimise use of Aerotrac (or other ERP/MRP) systems for inventory and logistics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support ISO 9001:2015 compliance.
• Maintain compliance with UK CAA/EASA Part 145, Part M, ADR/IATA DG, export control, and customs regulations.
• Support audits, implement corrective actions, and improve procedures.
• Act as key contact for supply chain matters with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide oversight for basic facilities support and coordinate third-party maintenance services.
What You’ll Bring:
• Proven experience in aviation supply chain and stores management.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent knowledge of regulatory compliance (UK CAA/EASA Part 145, Part M).
• Skilled in procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (Aerotrac preferred).
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills