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Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

MRO Logistics Business Improver

Business OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMarignane, FranceNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Master-level (Bac+5) degree in business administration, logistics, Supply Chain management, or a related field.
  • More than 5 years of experience in process improvement, operations management, or a similar role in the logistics or Supply Chain industry.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and proficiency with data-analysis tools and methodologies.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse international teams and stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and project-management skills, preferably in a complex or regulated sector such as aerospace, defense, or industrial manufacturing; strong management expertise in a demanding logistics environment.
  • Professional experience defining business strategies, developing business cases, applying Lean methodologies, and participating in major performance-improvement projects.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze operations, processes, and workflows to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
  • Analyze business risks and opportunities for repair logistics and transport, and develop mitigation plans.
  • Analyze available system data and recommend actions to improve end-to-end performance.
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service quality across the value chain.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize processes and apply best practices.
  • Promote continuous improvement, innovation, and problem-solving, and deploy Practical Problem Solving (PPS) in the workplace.
  • Develop and adjust methodologies for ramp-up and ramp-down scenarios to address changes in production and market demand.
  • Propose and manage improvement projects from design through execution, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
  • Track project outcomes and adjust processes based on feedback and performance indicators.
  • Promote project-management practices across the team to align priorities, key deliverables, and milestones; serve as the team expert in risk management, project management, and operational excellence.
  • Coordinate with internal logistics, operations, IT, and Front Office contributors to align improvement initiatives with company strategy.
  • Communicate findings and recommendations to management and team members.
  • Prepare workshops, project reviews, and steering committees; ensure preparation quality, act as a substitute when needed, and follow up on action plans.
  • Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure improvement initiatives and overall logistics performance, and support continuous improvement of SQCDP for the activity.
  • Analyze physical and IT logistics flows to streamline processes and reduce inefficiencies.
  • Gather shop-floor observations to identify KPIs and implement inside-out improvement opportunities, including storage optimization and automation.
  • Prepare regular reports and management presentations showing progress and results.

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with logistics technologies and software systems such as TMS and WMS.
  • A Lean Six Sigma certification or certification in similar methodologies.

About the Company

Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Airbus designs and manufactures a wide range of aerospace products, including commercial airplanes, helicopters, defense systems, and space technologies. Its aircraft and rotorcraft are built with integrated airframes, propulsion, avionics, and digital systems to carry passengers, cargo, or conduct military missions, while its space division covers satellites, orbital infrastructure, launch services, and secure communications. Airbus differentiates itself with an end-to-end portfolio across commercial, defense, and space, a global manufacturing and services network, and a focus on sustainability and digital transformation. Its goal is to enable global mobility and connectivity while reducing aviation’s environmental impact through sustainable aviation and collaborative innovation.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Blagnac, France
Founded
1970

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