Materials Manager

Licensed sponsor Stansted Mountfitchet Full-time Posted 2 days ago

Job Title: Materials Manager

Location: Stansted

Employment Type: Permanent

Shifts: Mon – Fri (08:00 – 16:30) 40hrs

Benefits

22 days annual leave + bank holidays, rising to 23 days after 5 years and 24 days after 10 years of service
Salary Exchange Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance
Employee Cash Plan
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes,
Professional Growth and Development,
Access to State-of-the-art Equipment and Technology
Career Development: Ongoing Training and Certification Programmes

About the Role

Manage the Purchasing, Logistics and Stores functions to ensure aircraft materials, components, tooling and services are procured, stored, controlled, transported and issued in accordance with EASA Part 145, company procedures and applicable import/export regulations. Ensure material availability to support maintenance operations whilst optimising inventory levels, controlling costs and maintaining the highest standards of airworthiness, regulatory compliance and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, develop and motivate Purchasing and Stores teams, setting departmental KPIs and driving continuous improvement.
Manage material planning, forecasting, purchasing and supplier performance to support maintenance operations.
Oversee AOG procurement, supplier negotiations, warranty claims, repairs, rotable exchanges and lease returns.
Ensure all purchased materials have the required airworthiness documentation.
Maintain full material traceability across receipt, storage, issue and dispatch, ensuring compliance with EASA Part 145 requirements.
Manage inventory control, including shelf-life, stock accuracy, surplus and obsolete materials.
Oversee import/export operations, customs declarations, documentation and compliance with HMRC requirements.
Manage customs procedures, including IPR, Returned Goods Relief and Temporary Admission.
Ensure dangerous goods are correctly stored, handled, packaged and transported in line with IATA DGR, ADR and relevant legislation.
Maintain accurate records, oversee dangerous goods documentation and support customs and regulatory audits.

Candidate Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, aviation management or related discipline (equivalent experience considered.)
Extensive experience in aviation material management within a Part 145 MRO environment.
Strong knowledge of EASA Part 145, CAA requirements and aviation material traceability.
Experience managing customs compliance including IPR, Temporary Admission, customs declarations and international trade activities.
Knowledge of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and hazardous materials management.
Experience with inventory management, supplier performance management and ERP/MRO systems such as WINGS, AMOS, Quantum or equivalent.
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

Industry-leading compliance support
Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
Dedicated recruitment consultant
Placements across the globe
Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

How to Apply

Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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