Head of Supply Chain Management

Job Profile

Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for the Vista Members’ fleet, which comprisesan unrivalled fleet of light, super mid-size, long-range and ultra-long-range aircraft. Vista Aircraft Maintenance has multiple maintenance hubs strategically located across the . and Europe. By investing in internal maintenance, Vista is able to prioritize the highest standards of service, safety, security, reliability, and value, demonstrating a continued commitment to providing a seamless service to clients globally. Vista Aircraft Maintenance provides a robust regional support network for Vista’s growing fleet, with one the leading base maintenance facilities in the world, taking care since 2004.

We are now recruiting for a Head of Supply Chain Management at our Baden Baden base. This position is a Monday - Friday, permanent position.

Your Responsibilities

• Strategic and operational responsbility for the logistics department and its activities in accordance with EASA regulations and company procedures;
• Managing P&L, inventory results, OEMs warranty matters and claims throughout the fleet;
• Managing and expanding supplier's network in Europe and the USA;
• Developing RSPL and special programs with OEMs and suppliers;
• Monitoring of relevant orders, progress and critical points;
• Supporting CAMO with AOG events on a 24x7 basis;
• Supporting EASA Part-145 quality system program as well as audits;
• Performing and promoting continuous improvement processes;
• Implementing, monitoring, evaluating and refining relevant KPIs;
• Communicating and negotiating with suppliers and service providers.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Degree in Business Administration, ideally focused on Supply Chain Management with a solid understanding of international trade regulations;
• Bringing solid professional experience in supply chain management and logistics;
• Leadership skills and Hands-On mentality;
• Work in a structured and independent way, focusing on finding solutions to challenges;
• Familiar with the aviation industry, understand its regulations and are interested in technical products;
• Communicating confidently in fluent English a handle formal exchanges with authorities; French and German is a plus;
• Ability to pass airside clearance and obtain a ZUP within Germany;
• The right to work within the EU/Germany