Global Aerospace Engines Manager
HybridColnbrook, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Lead end-to-end onboarding of new aerospace engine programs and serve as the global subject matter expert for handling, compliance, and service requirements. Provide oversight of global engine operations across all regions and stations, monitor execution of shipments via air, ground, and charter solutions, and act as the escalation point for complex operational issues. Support global quoting operations, ensure standardized pricing and cost modeling, and partner with commercial teams to develop competitive solutions during RFQs and bids. Develop and implement global SOPs, drive standardization across engine handling and documentation, and establish KPIs to track on-time delivery and exception rates. This hybrid role is based in one of AIT Worldwide Logistics' European locations, including Antwerp, Amsterdam, or Frankfurt, and requires 8–12+ years of experience in aerospace or high-value logistics operations.
Required Qualifications
- 8–12+ years of experience in aerospace or high-value logistics operations
- Strong knowledge of: Aerospace engine handling
- Strong knowledge of: AOG operations
- Strong knowledge of: Airfreight and charter solutions
- Experience with global operations and multi-region coordination
- Proven track record in process standardization and operational governance
- Strong commercial acumen (pricing, quoting, customer solutions)
- Global leadership and influence
- Operational execution and problem-solving
- Process design and standardization
- Commercial and customer focus
- Data-driven decision-making
- Communication and stakeholder management
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with TMS platforms (e.g., CargoWise) is preferred
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