Materials Manager

Precision Aviation Group (PAG) is a global leader in providing products and value-added services to the aerospace and defense industries. Operating over 1.1 million square feet of sales and service facilities across the United States, Canada, Australia, Singapore, and Brazil, PAG's 27 locations utilize a customer-focused business model that delivers Supply Chain and Inventory Supported Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (ISMRO) services to aviation customers worldwide.Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced leader to manage Material and Supply Chain Management activities for Prime Turbines in Carrollton, TX. This role will oversee key areas including materials planning, scheduling, inventory control, cash flow management, and asset coordination. You will collaborate with suppliers, business unit managers, purchasing teams, production planners, IT, and other stakeholders to strategically coordinate the flow of materials and information from customer procurement to delivery. This position will also provide matrix management support to production planning, shipping, receiving, and inventory functions.Key ResponsibilitiesLead procurement and materials management activities, including order placement, supplier reduction/evaluation/certification, supplier follow-up, and pricing strategies.Oversee the development and utilization of the Quantum ERP system by the materials team.Develop sourcing and procurement strategies focused on speed, cost reduction, and diversification of suppliers.Define, implement, or update automated systems to plan and track material flow from vendors through to delivery, in support of a robust supply chain management strategy.Conduct material reviews for evaluating and disposing of rejected materials.Drive improvements in inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and location management.Maintain optimal inventory levels (min/max).Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements in planning, procurement, and inventory control.Collaborate with Finance to develop and manage department budgets within established guidelines.Implement and sustain procurement-to-delivery material and system cost reduction programs.Provide leadership and guidance to the materials team, clearly communicating and enforcing company policies and procedures.Promote and implement lean manufacturing principles within the division.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing/materials management in an aerospace repair or manufacturing environment.Extensive knowledge of the Quantum ERP system and proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).Proven managerial experience in supply chain management, cash flow, and asset management.Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or materials management, or 5 years of equivalent experience in scheduling and planning within a diverse repair or manufacturing environment.Strong analytical and technical skills to understand business practices and identify automation opportunities.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with both internal and external stakeholders.We offer competitive pay and a wide variety of benefits. Full time associates qualify for health benefits the first of the month following 30 days' employment. Options include 4 medical plans, 2 dental plans, vision, base life (company paid), voluntary life, short and long-term disability, flex spending accounts, and telemedicine. Other benefits include vacation and PTO time accrued with each pay cycle with a vacation carryover/payout option at year end, 9 paid holidays, 401k with company match contributions.Qualified candidates with strong drive, work ethic and commitment to quality are invited to apply at www.precisionaviationgroup.comusing the Careers tab at the bottom of the page.AA/EOE/M/F/D/V