Associate Manager - Repairs

Air India • Bengaluru, Southern • 1d ago

Long Description

Coordinate procurement activities to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of repair materials, equipment, and services necessary to maintain operational efficiency and meet organizational repair needs.
Develop and implement procurement strategies and vendor management processes specifically tailored to repair requirements, aiming to optimize quality, cost-effectiveness, and supplier reliability while adhering to company policies and industry regulations.
Supervision and Team Management
- Monitor and oversee Repair Associates, ensuring adherence to established processes and targets.
- Coach Repair staff in their professional development and implementation of initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
- Identify and facilitate training opportunities to enhance staff skills and performance standards.
Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management
- Identify and evaluate new sources for repair materials, negotiating strategic agreements to optimize market competitiveness.
- Track and manage vendor performance, working collaboratively to improve turnaround times and service levels.
- Manage repair order cycles, ensuring timely completion within pre-agreed turnaround times and cost parameters.
- Analyse shop finding report.
- Negotiate & Approve repair quote.

Cost Control and Budget Management

Track monthly expenditures categorically, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
Maintain and manage a multi-million-dollar budget, implementing strategies to achieve cost reductions while ensuring quality standards are met.
Seek and recommend cost improvement opportunities through process optimization and vendor negotiations.

Process Optimization and Efficiency Initiatives

Develop and implement recovery processes to ensure tactical and strategic recovery in repair operations.
Implement MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supply chain efficiency initiatives to streamline procurement processes and reduce lead times.
Manage interface with in-house repair shops to optimize routing of unserviceable components for in-house repairs.

Performance Metrics and Reporting

Develop performance metrics for the repair department and staff, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) against supply chain targets.
Report on staff and process KPI performance data, implementing corrective actions as necessary to meet targets.
Develop and measure internal customer service levels, ensuring timely and effective response to operational requirements.

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance

Ensure compliance with company health and safety standards and regulatory requirements governing repair operations.
Work with Quality Assurance (QA) to maintain supplier approval register for all aviation sub-contract repairs.
Manage warranty interface for timely processing of orders and claims, ensuring compliance with airworthiness authority regulations.

Continuous Improvement and Training

Identify and initiate internal and external training opportunities to enhance staff knowledge, career development, and performance standards.
Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement and innovation within the repair procurement function.
Respond to operational requirements by monitoring and expediting processes and repairs as necessary.
Any other additional responsibility could be assigned to the role holder from time to time as a standalone project or regular work. The same would be suitably represented in the Primary responsibilities and agreed between the incumbent, reporting officer and HR.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, logistics, operations, supply chain management, or related field.
Master’s degree in related field is preferrable6-7 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or related fields, preferably with a focus on repair materials and services procurement