Materials Forecasting Analyst

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Provisioning, the Materials Forecasting Analyst will perform demand planning activities for aircraft parts & tools based on varying operational factors such as changing reliability impacts, upcoming planning requirements, major/mandatory modifications, component overhauls, growing bases and operational seasonality.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct dynamic ongoing reviews of provisioning requirements (aircraft parts & tools) based on:
• OEM provisioning recommendations
• Varying reliability
• Outbase setups & relevant scope of maintenance at outbases
• Maintenance Forecasts, Heavy check planning, and Major Component Overhaul schedule
• Coordinate Line Maintenance, AOG, and Heavy Maintenance requirements and communicate among the various teams involved to ensure that parts are sourced accurately and in a timely manner
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to make data driven provisioning decisions
• Negotiate favorable commercial terms with vendors based on forecasting data
• Review vendor competencies and ensure that procured parts have required certifications
• Maintain records and files according to the company’s policy, including vendor audit forms
• Other duties as assigned
  

Behavioural Competencies

• Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
• Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
• Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
• Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
• Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.
  
  

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in a relevant field preferred
• Previous experience in the aviation industry is an asset
• Previous experience in materials planning & forecasting is an asset
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Superior written and verbal communications skills, coupled with highly developed interpersonal skills
• Effective analytical and presentation skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Previous experience with AMOS an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  
  

Location

Toronto (Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - YTZ)

Company Description

Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline in the World Airline Star Rating. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.