Manager - Operations Fulfilment Aerospace

• 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.
• Skills in long-term agreements (LTA), offset obligations, and consignment models.
• Understanding of supplier performance KPIs (OTD, PPM, cost savings).
• Risk management techniques (dual sourcing, geopolitical risk, supply continuity).

3. Operations & Fulfilment Planning

• Strong grasp of Integrated Business Planning (IBP), MRP, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, MFG/Pro).
• Capacity planning, production scheduling, and lead-time optimization.
• Experience in just-in-time (JIT), Kanban, and lean supply practices in aerospace.
• Coordination with engineering, quality, and logistics teams for seamless order fulfillment.

4. Cost & Value Engineering

• Proficiency in should-cost analysis, cost breakdowns of aerospace components.
• Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and lifecycle cost analysis.
• Ability to drive VA/VE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) initiatives with suppliers.

5. Digital & Analytical Skills

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and digital procurement tools (Ariba, Coupa).
• Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau for spend analysis and supplier dashboards.
• Understanding of digital twins, predictive analytics, and AI in supply chain forecasting.

6. Logistics & Trade Compliance

• Import/export management, incoterms, customs documentation, and freight forwarding.
• Cold chain/logistics knowledge for aerospace-specific spares and sensitive parts.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials handling (IATA guidelines).

7. Continuous Improvement & Lean Six Sigma

• Lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, 5S) to streamline procurement and fulfilment processes.
• Green Belt or Black Belt Six Sigma certification for process optimization.
• Driving automation and RPA/AI in purchase order management and supplier portals.

8. Technical & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Ability to work with engineering change management (ECN/ECO).
• Understanding of bill of materials (BOMs) and product lifecycle management (PLM).
• Technical background to read engineering drawings/specifications and work with Engineering.

• Organization and time management skills
• Mathematical skills
• Reasoning ability
• Problem Solving Skills
• Out-of-the-box thinking
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and successfully manage urgent/high and multiple priorities.
• Understanding of Eaton Business Excellence and Eaton Business Systems (CI, OpEx, Quality, Process) requirements
• Business development skills
• People management
• Good communication & Presentation skills

• Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making
• Negotiation & Influence
• Communication & Collaboration
• Stakeholder & Relationship Management
• Leadership & People Development
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking

• Adaptability & Change Management
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
• Crisis & Risk Handling
• Continuous Learning & Growth Mindset

Client-provided location(s): Pune, India

Job ID: Eaton-51215Pune

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-10-04T18:36:13