Logistics Manager

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Who we are and where we are going:

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

Core Values:​

RESPECT – For each other, our facilities, equipment and our customer’s needs.​

SAFETY – Continuously pursuing an accident and injury free environment.​

QUALITY – Zero post-delivery defects and audit ready all the time.​

RESULTS – On-time, all the time. Meeting our commitments.

This Logistics Manager position is onsite at our Marana and Tucson locations and will work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed. The logistics manager is responsible for performance of outbound/Inbound logistics in the USA and International areas, covering the collection of goods, export clearance and delivery both for domestic and internationally. The logistics manager is also responsible for receiving of company materials both indirect and materials incoming through our 145 Repair station.

You will get more than just compensation at Ascent Aviation:

• 401K with company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Disability
• PTO
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities
• EAP 

What you will do:

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage the operational performance and resources of logistics team in multiple sites.
• Manage and execute arranging of transportation with selected Logistics Service Providers according to the operating model and terms & conditions incl. ensuring Logistics documentations is accurate and completed for transportation, collaboration with Logistics Service Providers for warehousing, customs brokerage, and transportation and adhering to HazMat requirements.
• Manage and further develop logistics operations to ensure optimization of on time delivery, freight cost, operational efficiency while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Operate with selected Customs Brokers and Logistics Service Providers in exports.
• Performance monitoring, management, and development of Logistics metrics.
• Responsibility of obtaining missing/requested information or facilitating documentation corrections from the customs broker in order to support customs clearance.
• Manage and execute Receiving Team functions per FAA Quality System and company requirements. Ensure that team is adhering to Quality and Customer Requirements and training.
• Receiving metric reviewed an actioned to maintain proper flow of incoming materials.
• Manage and execute process and flow for dispatching Ascent Drivers and Supply Chain vehicles.
• Properly schedule deliveries/pickups etc. amongst facilities and communicate with Purchasing and Operations for priorities.

Marginal Job Functions:

• Ensure that all work performed is done in a safe manner. Directs activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions.

• Ability to organize and plan work adhering to deadlines
• 5+ years of experience in international trade and/or logistics
• Attention to detail
• Ability to read, write & understand the English language
• High school Diploma or Equivalent ; Post Secondary education or training in Independent Material Logistics desired.
• Skills in the use of computer systems, maintenance manuals, documentation systems.

Details:

SMS REQUIREMENTS

§ Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.

§ Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.

§ Any employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct a condition or situation.

§ In all cases, the employee must notify his/her supervisor of any actions taken by the employee. The first employee to observe an accident or incident should take immediate action to alert appropriate responders/supervision and to take reasonable steps to prevent further injury, or damage.

Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.

Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS