Date Posted: 2024-12-03 Country: United Kingdom Location: BE Aerospace UK Limited, Nissen House, Grovebury Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4TB Position Role Type: Unspecified Associate Director – Galleys Supply Chain Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. In this role you will be accountable to the Value Stream Leader of the Galleys business, working in a cross-functional team of Operations, Finance, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain professionals. You will lead a global team of 50 individuals in ensuring the team meets all cost, quality and schedule deliverables, with a front row seat to watch as the latest technology in aviation comes to life. Key Responsibilities: Effectively manage a global supply base to support cost, quality and schedule requirements. Ensure the creation and execution of strategies to support supply chain and business objectives. Develop and deploy supply chain best practices and manage key performance metrics. Drive improvements using customer feedback on the service provided by the team. Manage complex supply challenges requiring extensive investigation and analysis. Responsible for monitoring variances to plans and developing corrective actions. Proactively forecast and mitigate risks around continuity of supply and cost impacts. Review and assess requests for proposals, negotiate prices and authorize purchases. Manage complex problems requiring extensive investigation and analysis. Prepare and deliver presentations to an executive audience in support of supply chain initiatives. Lead a team of primarily experienced supply chain professionals. Utilize ability to influence others (including executive leadership) to align on strategies. Qualifications we prefer: An Advanced Degree in a related field is highly desirable. A minimum of 5 years in a similar role is essential. Strong executive presence and communication skills Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement and/or CORE knowledge Supply Chain experience in an international, multi-cultural organization / environment Preferred Qualifications: Technical aptitude with ability to understand complex manufacturing processes SAP knowledge and demonstrated usage Aerospace Industry experience Travel Requirements Approximately 25% travel is required to ensure operational execution ( key operations and teams are located in Leighton Buzzard, UK and the Philippines, as well as a global supply base ) What we Offer: At Collins Aerospace, you’ll be part of a team that is redefining aerospace, and you’ll have a critical role to play in helping our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. This is your chance to join a global leader with a mission that extends beyond the sky – from civilian to military and government customers, we provide secure communications, missionized systems, and innovative space solutions. We also offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally: 25 days Annual Leave Public Holidays Purchase more option Attractive Compensation Package Bonus Hybrid Work Options (Role dependent) Professional Development & Growth Support with professional fees Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Healthcare benefits (including a healthcare cash plan) Staff Discounts Work/Life Balance & Wellness Programs Employee Recognition & Referral Bonuses Death in Service Benefit Generous Employer Contribution to Pension Scheme Ready to Take on the Challenge? Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond. At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Apply Now and Join Our Mission Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. 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