Materials & Logistics Manager

DIMOR Group comprises our suite of Companies headquartered in Battle Creek, Michigan. WACO Aircraft is the world's only manufacturer of 1930's era biplanes. Our planes are carefully and skillfully built by hand. Centennial Aircraft Service is a Part 145 Repair Station and does everything from restoring vintage aircraft to providing new avionics and engines to current aircraft. Junkers Aircraft is our newest company that encompasses our lightest and sleekest model LSA airplane made from corrugated aluminum, known as the A50, complete with a ballistic parachute.

We are a growing small aircraft manufacturer committed to quality and innovation. We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Materials and Logistics manager to oversee the entire lifecycle of materials, from procurement and inventory management to storage, movement, and final delivery. This role is critical to ensure a continuous, cost-effective flow of parts and components necessary for aircraft production, while maintaining compliance with stringent aerospace quality and regulatory standards.

• Lead, train, and mentor the materials handling, inventory, and logistics staff
• Maintain working knowledge of inventory programs, purchase order programs, industry specific ERP systems
• Establish guidelines on how often the company reviews pricing, quote comparisons, and reviews bids on what to accept and which vendors to consider
• Collaborate closely with Production, Engineering, and Procurement teams to forecast material needs and align logistics with the master production schedule
• Oversee buying goods and services for the Company
• Review and negotiate contracts
• Evaluate quality, price, reliability, technical support and availability of goods and services.
• Oversee the kitting, packaging, and distribution of parts
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors
• Develop strategic plan to achieve supply chain objectives
• Responsible for the development and monitoring of departmental quality objectives and KPIs. Develops counter measures and actions plans to assure objectives remain ontarget
• Follows and updates all work instructions/logs, pertaining to current processes
• Oversite of inventory management and cycle counting. Ensures that adequate inventory levels are maintained and accurately tracked
• Conduct market analysis, internal demand analysis, supplier selection, and negotiation of price, terms and conditions to maximize contribution to operating profit and business objectives
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and drive supplier performance and effectiveness.
• Manage supplier performance through supplier scorecards.
• Manage domestic and international logistics
• Utilize value stream mapping and other ABS (lean) tools to streamline processes and minimize inventory
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in materials management processes, systems, and facility layout
• Promote continuous improvement efforts for designated business unit(s) for the materials function
• Assist in product life cycle analysis process for the Mobile Power Value Stream
• Evaluates and suggests Make/Buy decisions
• All other duties as assigned

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree (B. A. / B. S.) or equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred
• 4+ years of progressive experience in materials management, logistics, and inventory control, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role
• Experience within the aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing industry is strongly preferred
• Proven experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Strong knowledge of inventory management methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, JIT)
• Familiarity with aerospace quality standards and strict traceability requirements
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Selfmotivated with an ability to independently problem solve
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to industry specific software
• Ability to process information from multiple related companies
• Excited about aviation

What we have to offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance after 30 days
• 401(K) Company match up to 5%, 100% vested immediately.
• Short Term & LongTerm Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance Co. paid.
• Vacation, Paid Holidays, & Paid Sick Days after 90days.
• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivated work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career.
• Development opportunities where your input makes a difference.

DIMOR Group companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

DIMOR Group is proud to be the parent company of WACO Classic Aircraft Corporation and a dynamic range of successful businesses across the Americas, Germany, and Switzerland. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation drives our growth in diverse markets, positioning us as a leader in the industry. Our portfolio of companies features WACO Aircraft, known for excellence in aviation craftsmanship, JUNKERS Aircraft Corp. a leader in innovative aircraft design, and Centennial Aircraft Services, committed to providing top-notch air travel experiences. WACO Classic Aircraft Corporation is the exclusive manufacturer of iconic 1930s-era biplanes. Each one is a stunning tribute to aviation history. Our aircraft delivers an extraordinary experience, inviting you to savor the magic of flight like never before. We are the world's sole manufacturer of 1930s-era biplanes. Experience the legacy of aviation with WACO Aircraft, where history takes to the skies