Team Leader, Aircraft Parts Stores/Logistics - United Kingdom LHR (London, HNS, GB)

Location: London Heathrow Apt (LHR-TRML)   
Requisition ID: 60263 
Please make sure you have the legal right to work and live in the U.K. The possession of an U.S. passport does not qualify for work permission in the U.K. 

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

This role is part of our LHR aircraft stores/supply team within the Technical Operations division. 

Reporting to the Regional Supply Manager, you’ll provide front-line leadership to a team of Materials Logistics Specialists in a fast paced airside environment to ensure a safe and reliable operation. In addition to day to day Stores management, the varied role also involves logistics, import/export, and assisting European American Airlines stations and other airlines with AOG assistance.  
 

What you'll do

• Ensure all MLS are provided with operational leadership and their tasks are communicated effectively throughout the day
• Maintain the aircraft parts stockroom in accordance with strict Customs/FAA controls
• Import/export logistics – airwaybill creation, commercial invoices, customs declarations and clearance
• Handling of hazardous/high value shipments (correct packaging, identifying Dangerous Goods for transport in accordance with IATA regulations)
• Process all documentation and transactions, both manually and in inventory systems
• Ad-hoc commercial purchasing decisions when required
• Liaise/organize with other airlines and stations in sourcing and transporting emergency aircraft parts (AOG)
• Assistance at other European locations when required
• Inventory stocktaking, cycle counts, identifying and control of shelf life items
• Recognize and adapt to changes in procedures and inventory control systems
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, manuals and audit requirements
• Complete administration duties and daily/monthly reports
• Coordinate daily work schedule (ensuring appropriate shift coverage) 
• Enforce compliance with MLS uniform/dress/grooming standards
• Ensure required MLS training is completed and reported as required

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• A good level of literacy and numeracy

• Physically fit with good color vision to perform manual stock handling and movement

• Good working knowledge of AA inventory systems or equivalent aerospace parts management systems

• Be an excellent communicator & effective listener

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

• Knowledge of Stores policies, procedures and standards

• Ability to adapt and take control in unforeseen circumstances, such as AOG situations 

• Be able to select, motivate and evaluate team members

• Be self-motivated and open to development

• Be willing and able to work in a shift environment including weekends and bank holidays when required

• Be willing and able to travel according to business needs when required

• Have the ability to read, understand, explain, and enforce Company and Governmental policies, procedures and regulations

• Be reliable and punctual

• Be willing to assume additional responsibility in a temporary position when required

• Have a full UK Driving licence

Feel Free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

Job Level: 72/non-management
Requisition ID: 60263 

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