Head of Supply Chain

Zenon is delighted to be supporting a very well-established Airline in sourcing a Head of Supply Chain on a long-term contract basis for their HQ in Africa.

Benefits:-

• Competitive Salary
• Accommodation provided
• Local Transportation provided
• Medical Insurance Provided

Job Purpose:-

• Responsible for developing and executing the supply chain strategy to support operational efficiency, cost management, and service excellence across the airline and maintenance operations. This role will oversee and include procurement, inventory management, logistics, vendor management, and compliance.

Responsibilities:-

• Develop and implement strategies that will enable to improve tactical and operational services and to attain cost savings.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams across procurement, warehousing, logistics, inventory, and contracts.
• Manage strategic sourcing and contract negotiations with OEMs, MROs, and other critical suppliers.
• Establish long-term supplier relationships and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Monitor supplier performance, compliance, and risk management.
• Oversee inventory planning and control for aircraft parts, components, consumables, and ground support equipment.
• Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid AOG (Aircraft on Ground) scenarios.
• Optimize logistics, distribution networks, and just-in-time delivery models.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, hazardous goods handling, and trade controls.
• Ensure proper warehousing and logistics management.
• Conduct market research for strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.
• Coordinate and handle high level negotiation when required.
• Monitor industry trends and innovations to keep the airline supply chain competitive and resilient.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to manage non-conformances and material recalls.
• Ensure robust record-keeping and traceability of all materials and components.
• Making sure that all activities have been handled based on policy and procedures in consideration with long term objectives.
• Facilitate coaching and mentoring program within the department and participate and process improvement projects.
• Ensures the consistent implementation of quality, safety and security policy and procedures.
• Develop and control the annual budget for the Supply Chain Unit.

Minimum Skills and Experience:-

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (MA/MSc preferred).
• At least 10 years of experience within aviation Technical Procurement and Supply Chain departments, and 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of aviation supply chain standards, aviation maintenance procedures (e.g., MRO), and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in computer applications and ERP/MRO systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, AMOS)
• Negotiation and contract management
• Risk management and compliance
• Process optimization and lean management

Why Choose Zenon Aviation?

In the ever changing and dynamic market place, Zenon Aviation knows that the support and care we provide to candidates is vital in assisting you in achieving your career aspirations. Our team of dedicated consultants will deal with you application efficiently and more importantly confidentially, providing a professional and reliable service.

If you have previous experience as an Head of Supply Chain in an Airline environment  and the above opportunity is of interest to you please forward your CV to kevin.small@zenon.aero in confidence.

Alternatively, for a confidential call with our Recruitment Director Kevin Small, please phone 01483 332000

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence and unless you hear from us within 10 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Zenon Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.