What you'll do:

• Develop and implement material planning strategies
• Ensure accurate forecasting of spare parts and consumables demand
• Establish and monitor stock levels and establish reorder points
• Manage critical and urgent material requirements
• Lead procurement activities

• Ensure continued coordination with Lufthansa Technik's Purchasing Alliance
• Build strong relationships with OEMs, distributors, suppliers and repair vendors
• Negotiate agreements and consignment programs
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulatory standards and all applicable export control regulations 
• Manage and develop a team of material planners and procurement specialists
• Implement KPIs for material availability, procurement cycle time, cost savings, and supplier performance
• Drive digitalization and automation of planning and procurement processes
• Develop contingency plans
• Maintain accurate documentation and traceability for all materials
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits 
• Maintain proper classification, licensing, and documentation of controlled items