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Published 08.22.2026

Company :

CFM Materials Job field :

General Services Location :

Grapevine , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelor's Degree Required experience : More than 8 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : neg. Published 08.22.2026

Job Description Organizational Details:

CFM Materials LP is a joint venture of GE and Safran Aircraft Engines and is the world's largest provider of used serviceable material and engines for the CFM product lines. We support companies worldwide through warehouses and sales offices near DFW Airport (TX, USA), Amsterdam (Netherlands), Cardiff (Wales), Hamburg (Germany) and Singapore. In addition to its core operation, the company also sells surplus inventories for CFM International and provides inventory for its parent companies' MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) network around the world.

Role Description:

The VP of Global Operations leads and manages the following core functions: all company Operations, Technical team and processes, and Quality Management. The role reports directly to the President & CEO of CFM Materials. In this role, they will lead processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage issues within their functional area of expertise, be involved in operational projects, and contribute to the overall business strategy. They will be responsible for driving operational excellence, technical performance, and quality standards across the organization. This role bridges strategic planning with day-to-day execution, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with business goals.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Leads a staff of manager level leaders and multiple indirect reports across multiple global facilities. Responsible for leading the logistics processes to ensure both inbound and outbound shipments are performed compliantly, accurately and in a timely manner. Serves as a source of operations, technical and quality expertise regarding the verification of paperwork, aircraft engine component inspection and logistics processes in accordance with FAA regulations. Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees. Proven track record of building, training, and developing high performing teams. Drives the development of analytical tools and reports to effectively manage company performance KPI's across the organization as it relates to overall business goals Manages and ensures all global warehouses are following CFM Materials standardized processes. Collaborates with leadership to develop and implement plans based upon the CFM Material's goals, objectives, and KPI's. Promotes a strong safety culture throughout the organization by championing internal safety team. Responsible for overall compliance with

FAA, ASA-100, AC 00-56, ISO

9001 and company quality requirements. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Competencies:

Aircraft component knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time Ability to thrive in a cross functional team environment Excellent Interpersonal skills Detail and process-oriented mindset

Job Requirements Candidate Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Aviation or Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field preferred Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in aviation, aerospace, MRO, aftermarket parts distribution, or related industry But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Desirable:

Advanced level in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook Experience with management enterprise software (ERP, SAP, Micro Strategies, Power BI, etc.) Experience with CFM56 engines and used serviceable material strongly preferred Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, aviation traceability requirements, and release certification documentation. Well organized, critical thinking, ability to analyze technical data and make technical decisions. Experience working with jet engine technical documents and records. Knowledge of the

ISO9001/ASA-100

standards and general Quality methods and tools.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment.

Travel Specificity:

May require 10-15% travel.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position manages staff of manager level leaders and multiple indirect reports across multiple facilities. Company Information Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. Locate your future workplace 3051 W Airfield Dr

TX 76051

Grapevine Texas United States