Aviation Inventory Manager in Waddington

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under limited direction this position is responsible for the daily operations of the SGSS Forward Stores Warehouse at RAF Waddington and the SGSS Customs Bonded Warehouse in Frimley, which consist of common and customer-specific inventory of spare parts that will support local MQ‑9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) operations and maintenance requirements utilizing primarily the Ramco Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) software application and manual processes as required.

Works in close coordination between the warehouse, transportation (including external freight forwarder), US‑UK export/import authorities, Site leadership (GA‑UK Operations Director, GA‑UK Logistics Manager, Site Lead, Lead Mechanic, Lead Avionics Technician) and other local partner organizations to ensure MQ‑9B RPAS parts and tools are provided in a timely manner meeting the Site’s demands in accordance with contract metrics.

Works in close coordination with the GA‑ASI SGSS Inventory Control Point in Poway CA, USA to provide supply performance analysis and reporting, recommendations on stock level adjustments, timely return and shipment of unserviceable parts requiring repair, and inventory and cycle count performance and discrepancy resolution.

This position is responsible for managing inventory and oversight of the daily operations of the SGSS warehouse(s) and Inventory Handover Point to meet customer’s contractual and internal SGSS key performance indicators. Responsible for all warehouse functions include receiving, stocking, storage, order pulling, issuing to customer, retrieving material from customer, and shipping. Responsible for reviewing and approving Material Requests for issuing parts to fill customer demands and initiate replenishment for established warehouse inventory stock levels. Reviews and communicates with the SGSS ICP in Poway on inventory stock level performance to ensure current and future customer demands are filled to ensure maximum customer support. Reviews and expedites stock replenishment and customer orders being filled by the SGSS ICP in Poway. Communicates with the customer and the SGSS ICP on routine and contractual performance reviews as it pertains to warehouse operations and supply support performance. Resolves discrepancies as required.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manages and actively participates in the daily operations of inventory management by prioritizing work activities which include reviewing, approving and evaluating Material Requests, issuance and transfer of stock, stock shortages and Material Request expedites to ensure MQ‑9B site operations and maintenance requirements are met.
• Develops and implements and modifies inventory control programs and operational procedures to ensure project(s) and production requirements are met.
• Assists in installation and implementation of systems used to support inventory management.
• Directs the storing, issuing and delivery of all parts, materials and supplies with responsibility for their security and accountability.
• Assign tasks, reviews work and provide direction to staff including subcontracted warehouse employees or external host nation augments while ensuring processes are met within established timelines.
• Ensures department complies with SGSS standard operating procedures and other relevant certification requirements such as ISO‑9000.
• Develop and present reports to management for inventory monitoring and control.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports to reflect storeroom activities.
• Accountable for SGSS inventory accuracy to include inventory in the custody of a subcontracted warehouse.
• Participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention and development of staff to ensure the availability of required talent.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional other duties as assigned or required.