Job Description Role: Senior Supply Chain Manager Location: Liskeard Salary: DOE To lead and manage all procurement, stores and logistics functions across all their 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 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.