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Material Controller

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Data
  • London

Requirements

  • Proven procurement experience.
  • Proven inventory management experience.
  • Demonstrable ability to identify root cause issues and deliver effective solutions.
  • Coaching & interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate effective presentation, written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Long term problem solving.
  • IT and SAP literacy, and particularly MRP.
  • Customer focus.
  • Ability to manage spend within budget.
  • Innovative and adaptable to the management of change.
  • Formal business related qualification to HNC / HND or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Actively manage and develop team members.
  • Agree and measure challenging targets, achieving these through process improvement, working across team boundaries and within a self-learning culture.
  • Ensuring compliance with Engineering Policy, Statutory Airworthiness requirements, Safety Standards, Company Standing Instructions and Health and Safety Legislation.
  • Manage the repair and overhaul of material within internal workshops and subcontracted suppliers.
  • Manage budgets ensuring total cost of ownership.
  • Plan and manage the material requirements for Aircraft and Programmes modifications.
  • Ensure all quotes, scrap and exchanges are actioned in the Service Centre teams as well as actioning of planned orders and purchase orders.
  • Be the focal within the Commercial & Supply Chain organisation for the ownership & escalation of all critical/AOG material issues.
  • Evaluate potential suppliers and take responsibility for subsequent sourcing decisions.
  • Maintain the contractual arrangements that exist with suppliers, seeking opportunities to reduce complexity, reduce costs and improve services for your category.
  • Ensure the value negotiated in any contract is maintained through its life by continual assessment of current available data, making changes as required through.

FAQs

What is the role of a Material Controller at British Airways?

The Material Controller is responsible for managing the forecasting and stock definition of aircraft components, working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure effective material planning within the Commercial and Supply Chain team.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A formal business-related qualification to HNC/HND or equivalent experience is required for the Material Controller position.

Is technical knowledge of aircraft necessary for this role?

Yes, technical knowledge of the aircraft operated by British Airways would be advantageous for this role.

What kind of experience is preferred for a Material Controller?

Proven procurement and inventory management experience, as well as supply chain experience, are preferred for this position.

What skills are essential for a Material Controller?

Essential skills include strong data management, project management, communication skills, analytical skills, long-term problem solving, customer focus, and IT and SAP literacy, particularly MRP.

How does British Airways support employee development?

British Airways is committed to upskilling engineers by providing professional development training, structured learning programs, and access to a state-of-the-art Learning Academy at London Heathrow.

Are there any benefits offered to employees in this role?

Yes, employees receive fantastic rewards including great staff travel benefits.

What is the work environment like for a Material Controller?

The work environment is high-pressure and time-sensitive, involving diverse and exciting projects that encourage colleagues to perform at their best.

How important is inclusion and diversity at British Airways?

Inclusion and diversity are key drivers of innovation at British Airways, and the company is committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they can be themselves.

Will I have the opportunity to manage and develop a team as a Material Controller?

Yes, the role includes the responsibility to actively manage and develop team members to achieve challenging targets through process improvement.

The flag carrier of the United Kingdom

Travel & Leisure
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1919
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At British Airways, we take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. Now, we’re looking to build on this spirit and passion to make tomorrow even better. If you’re made the same way as us, discover how great it feels to connect Britain with the world, and the world with Britain like no one else.

Benefits

  • Discounted travel

    Heavily discounted air travel for yourself, friends and family accompanied with a generous annual leave entitlement or 26 days to turn your bucket list into reality.

  • Champion Sustainability

    Play a part in driving our sustainability agenda through fundraising for charity partners, volunteering for charities or championing our colleague diversity networks.

  • Become an ambassador

    Access our Graduate and Apprentice Networks to learn from current and former colleagues on our schemes, and volunteer to inspire the next generation to consider an aviation career.

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