Manager - Operations Fulfilment Aerospace

What you'll do:

• Manages the global supply chain relationship with suppliers in terms of OTD performance consistently with Eaton Aerospace, support and program needs; • Alerts the Material Operations Manager, Operations Procurement Manager and/or Buyer when a problem occurs.

• Initiates supplier supply chain diagnostics and/or on-site request of Material Ops Manager/Ops Procurement Manager.
• Manages supplier improvement and action plans as needed.
• Supports the Supply Chain Buyer on supply chain terms & conditions definition.
• Significant domestic travel (up to 75%)

• Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated issues related to suppliers and materials, ensuring timely and effective resolution
• Receive and manage escalated issues from core supply planning teams, ensuring timely and effective resolution
• Investigate the root cause of escalations and implement corrective actions using CI tools
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues and prevent future occurrences
• Track and report on supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement
• Identify areas for process improvement and develop solutions for Aerospace FMC & FED businesses
• Implement/Upgrade processes and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Maintain regular communication with internal supply planning teams (CoE) and external stakeholders (Foresight teams, GCMs, CMs, GPO teams)
• Provide timely and accurate updates on progress and issues
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively within supply planning teams to achieve maximum traction and quick resolution
• Supplier Relationship Management via regular cadence/connects/visits to supplier base to set effective communication and expectation
• Support in building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers fostering collaboration and ensuring timely and reliable supply chain performance through category and business strategies
• Provide technical expertise and support to CoE supply planning teams during execution of critical orders from strategic suppliers
• Continuously evaluate and improve processes related to supplier management and escalation procedures through digital tools
• Manage OTD scorecards with monthly report outs to SLT with action plans
• Sales Risk Mitigation through close tracking and monitoring material movements for high value/critical LRUs
• Point of escalation for supply planning leads on material availability/expedites and serve as L2 escalation providing support and resolutions for Aerospace FMC & FED divisions
• Manage SDR process for GPO LT
• Provide updates to key end customers (Airbus/Boeing) during critical material escalations with high sales impact liasing with sales operations/order management teams
• Reporting supplier status after visits with detailed audit report to proactively access supplier issues (manpower, capacity, RM avl, status of critical parts
• BOC - Operating for Growth (Project Foresight)

Qualifications:

• Engineering Graduate/Post Graduate - BE Mechanical, Production, Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics, or a Business Degree in Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum 14 to 15 years of experience in supplier development, supplier performance management, supply chain, manufacturing or core industries, preferably Aerospace etc. Minimum 8-10 years experience in people management

Skills:

1)Aerospace Procurement & Supply Chain Knowledge

• Deep understanding of AS9100/AS9120 quality standards, aerospace compliance, and certification requirements.
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, and ITAR regulations and export control compliance.
• Knowledge of aerospace raw materials (titanium, composites, alloys) and long-lead items.
• Supplier qualification, audits, and risk assessments in line with aerospace industry norms.

2. Supplier & Contract Management

• Expertise in RFQ, RFP, and contract negotiation for aerospace programs.