Senior Manager of Aircraft Materials Management

STS Engineering Solutions is hiring a Senior Manager of Aircraft Materials Management in Denver, Colorado. This is a leadership role responsible for material fulfillment, supply chain performance, and cost control across aircraft operations. If you know how to manage teams, drive supplier performance, and keep fleets supported without bleeding margin, this is where you take control.
Position Summary
This role is principally responsible for all material fulfillment activities to ensure required materials and services are obtained and delivered on schedule and at the lowest total cost. The Senior Manager will lead policy development, training programs, operational analysis, and inventory control across aircraft material services.
This position also owns safety performance, supplier management, and cross-functional alignment across engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams.
Job Responsibilities Manage, monitor, and coordinate Safety Management System activities, including: Development, implementation, and maintenance of SMS
Hazard identification and safety risk assessments
Oversight of safety risk controls and continuous improvement
Promotion of safety culture across operations
Advising leadership on SMS performance and required improvements Ensure safety performance meets defined risk thresholds and operational standards
Ensure personnel are properly trained and qualified to perform assigned duties
Lead all Material Services activities for assigned Airbus fleets and MRO service providers
Interface with Engineering, Maintenance, Production Planning, and Quality Assurance to define material and service requirements
Ensure material requirements are communicated and executed across Material Planning, Purchasing, Repair and Warranty, and Material Services teams
Maintain visibility into total Material Services costs and identify cost savings opportunities, including warranty recovery and maintenance reserve optimization
Monitor service level performance and develop key performance metrics to measure and improve results
Establish training objectives and oversee execution of Material Services training programs
Develop and manage annual training plans and ensure documentation compliance
Manage MRO vendor evaluation and selection processes
Oversee vendor invoice approvals to ensure cost-effective material acquisition, inventory management, and logistics
Provide regular reporting on vendor performance and cost metrics
Implement inventory control processes including cycle counts and targeted audits to improve accuracy
Investigate inventory discrepancies and drive corrective actions
Train, develop, and manage Material Services teams including Coordinators, Managers, and Analysts
Oversee daily operations including material sourcing, purchase order creation, and delivery expediting
Drive continuous improvement across supply chain processes and team performance
Ensure supply chain policies and procedures are documented, deployed, and followed across the organization
Maintain familiarity with training requirements as defined in Section 100.03 Maintenance Training for Maintenance Organization Personnel and ensure compliance Authority Holds overall authority for Material Services Management and Material Specialists
Holds authority to modify applicable sections of the General Maintenance Manual through established revision processes
Holds authority over inventory control systems and processes Qualifications and Experience Must be available to work on site in Denver, Colorado
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Aerospace Management, or related field required
Minimum of five years of significant supply chain experience
Minimum of five years of multi-functional team leadership and cross-department project management experience
MRO contract development and administration experience preferred
Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional in Supply Management preferred
Strongly preferred experience using AMOS and or TRAX systems for aircraft materials tracking and management
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and web-based systems
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Able and willing to travel as required
Must be a U.S. citizen or currently authorized to work in the United States. STSES does not sponsor work visas
Demonstrates high performance in both quality and productivity
Willingness to comply with non-disclosure agreements and confidentiality policies About STS Engineering Solutions
STS Engineering Solutions supports global aviation customers with specialized engineering, technical operations, and aircraft program services. From aircraft materials management to full-scale supply chain leadership, our team delivers precision, speed, and accountability across every engagement.
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