Head of Logistics Operations - Americas

Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at [email protected] Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination   (English) Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación  (Spanish) Job Description: What does your next challenge look like? At SATAIR, we believe in sustainable aviation that allows people to travel and connect across the globe. We are on a mission to provide world class material solutions that keep aircraft flying and extend their lifespan. In Satair, you can challenge the status quo, pioneer new ways of working, and generate real value for airlines and suppliers worldwide. Being part of the Airbus family gives us the opportunity to live a global mindset, working in international and diverse teams and collaborating across functions, sites and cultures. If you want to work as one team embracing a can-do attitude in a demanding environment, then we offer a great place to explore, learn, and grow, making an impact on aviation’s digital and sustainable transformation. In this context we are looking for a Head of Logistics Operations - Americas, to join our warehousing and distribution team near Dulles Airport in Sterling, VA. In this role you will have full ​ responsibility and accountability for the overall warehouse operations in the Americas. This represents a 186,200 sqft warehouse in Washington D.C./Dulles and a 26,400 sqft warehouse in Miami, FL. The focus is on the overall leadership of the warehouse sites, driving high performance, quality, and strategic direction. Together with about 150 employees, you will achieve operational, functional, and strategic objectives with a sizable impact on short-term performance, ensuring maximum service for our aviation customers. Both sites are strategic pillars in our global warehouse network, alongside locations in Hamburg, Copenhagen, London, Singapore, Beijing, and Dubai. In this role, you will join the global logistics leadership team and take responsibility for the design of globally applicable logistics processes.  You will report directly to the Head of Global Logistics & Repair in Copenhagen/Denmark while also indirectly reporting to HO Operations Americas. The position will be based in Dulles and requires regional and international traveling. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU  Here is a selection of some of the benefits we offer our employees. Local benefits may vary. Competitive Remuneration Work / Life Balance: Hybrid Working, flex-time, maternity/paternity leave Personal Development: Personalized development plans, large portfolio of learning solutions & lots of internal mobility opportunities Health & Wellbeing: Health insurance, well-being programs HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM Primary Responsibilities: 95%  Warehouse Operations & Strategy  Direct, persuade, and influence internal and external decision-makers at higher levels. Lead negotiations and representation on both operational and strategic levels to ensure targets are achieved, driving continuous improvement and long-term development  Contribute to the further development of the global footprint of locations as well as the technical development and infrastructure. Work closely and interact with global logistics functions.  Set clear objectives, targets and success criteria in accordance with logistics and company strategy.  Establish and drive regional logistics strategies to exceed customer expectations by ensuring high operational performance with on-time, defect-free, and customer-centric services.  Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement  Ensure continuous improvement in the designated area, in line with broader organizational goals and objectives by utilizing lean methodologies  Implement transversal collaborative efforts between all operations functions, customer facing teams, transformation and performance improvement, commercial and product management. Team and Leadership  Carry out all (disciplinary and functional) leadership activities for teams composed of managers and professionals or experts to lead all operations for warehousing and shipping and continuously exceed customers expectations Cultivate a positive, inspiring workplace culture with strong employee engagement aligned with the operational vision.  Build, manage, and develop high-performing, engaged, and customer-focused teams by hiring top talent and fostering personal and professional growth.  Compliance, Risk Management & Safety  Ensure stability and contingency in operations through structured and continuous risk and safety management, while applying HS&E policies at all times  Oversee risk assessment and mitigation governance throughout the project lifecycle to ensure the identification and resolution of complex and unprecedented problems simultaneously impacting the delay, cost, performance, and quality of the portfolio, thereby minimizing operational impact  Promote and support internal/external audits and all other operational reviews to ensure warehouse process compliance and adherence with laws, regulatory and aviation specific regulations.  Financial & Resource Management  Ensure key targets are met in regards of operational on-time and on-quality performance, customers’ satisfaction and cost efficiency  Manage CAPEX, OPEX, and headcount budgets in accordance with Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and functional targets.  Initiate and develop sustainability measures in the responsible area and contribute to Satair ambitions  Additional Responsibilities 5%  Understand, live, and ensure compliance with Satair Group’s mission, values, Quality Management, and Ethics & Compliance guidelines   Be well informed about and familiar with the l