Director of Operations Strategy & Planning - Aerospace

JOB TITLE : Director of Operations Strategy & Planning - Aerospace

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LOCATION : Bothell, WA

PAY : $149,144 - $186,000 per year

MUST BE US PERSONS

We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world! And we are looking for first-class employees to work with our clients.

Details

• 12-month contract with opportunities for extension
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna
• Potential for bonuses
• As a Tier One supplier We have priority!
• 1,000’s of openings nationwide

Summary

• Planning will focus on integrating the SIOP cycle (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) into a coherent and executable production plan that supports multiple complex aerospace projects across a multi-site production organization.
• Responsible for the creation, maintenance, and realization of the industrial strategy, forecasting, and demand & capacity analysis.
• Create, maintain, and enhance production and quality inspection scheduling tools, systems, reports, and associated processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the production and quality team and the overall operation.
• Report to the Vice President, Production and perform as a key member of the multi-site extended leadership team.
• This leadership role will support a team of 2+ professionals.
• Regular engagement with all levels of the company, from executives to non-exempt agency temporary workers, will be the norm.
• Establishing, executing, and maintaining Integrated Production planning and SIOP inputs.
• Planning elements in support of the program integrated master schedule.
• Execute and refine forecasting processes within the Production system and the SIOP process.
• Integration and utilization of standards and best practices (process and tool).
• Provide leadership and direction for the Operations group, aligning efforts with the overall mission and vision.
• Drive integration across key stakeholders from business areas and functions, such as Program Management (PM), Master Scheduling, Finance, Business Development, and Supply Chain teams.
• Close engagement with the Manufacturing and Installation teams.
• Collaborate with senior management, engineering teams, project managers, and other stakeholders to define and execute strategic initiatives.
• Utilize forecasts and departmental capacities to ensure milestones and final deliverables are met.
• Develops and maintains production plans for materials planning and SIOP.
• Maintain operational data (Job orders) to remain accurate throughout the lifetime of a master production plan and job orders, for all projects, to allow real-time visibility.
• Execute and refine forecasting processes within the ERP system and the SIOP process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Leadership Core Competencies

• Personal Responsibility (Modeling the Way)
• Direction Setting (Inspiring a Shared Vision)
• Strategic Leadership (Challenging the Process)
• Organizational Management (Enabling Others to Act)
• Inspirational Leadership (Encouraging the Heart)

Job Core Competencies

• Job Knowledge
• Planning & Organization
• Relationship Building
• Business Acumen

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Engineering disciplines with a minimum of 12 years related experience and five years of people management experience.
• PMP Certification desired.
• Aerospace background or aircraft interior industry experience required.
• Financial Acumen, Business Acumen, Managing with Influence.
• Technical Acumen (development), Interpersonal relationships and communication.
• Leading and executing the SIOP process.
• Ability to operate on multi-functioning team.
• Executive level communication and presentation skills, including Microsoft PowerPoint as well as advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Integrated Program Planning and Scheduling.
• Experience driving business strategy.
• Experience dealing with ambiguity when taking on business challenges.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with experience deriving insights from data analysis.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience in project management, leading cross-functional teams and working with tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• In-depth knowledge of certification processes and quality standards in aerospace.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ability to influence, persuade and negotiate.
• Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office applications and Project Management software.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, use hands to lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and have close / color vision ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Ability to work outside of core business hours as required.

For immediate consideration, please send resume to [email protected]

ITAR Definition

Under 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States. A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.

S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

The Structures Company is a leading national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements.

Our clients depend on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance & repair, and support staff.

Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to our clients.

They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA / EOE)

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