About Brussels Airlines
Brussels Airlines, part of the Lufthansa Group, is the national airline of Belgium with its home base at Brussels Airport.
Our mission is to be the most reliable airline, making everyone feel at home.
We are passionate about what we do, whether it’s on board, in an office, in the hangar or at an airport. Our people are recognized for always going above and beyond and for constantly challenging themselves.
Mission
As Material Coordinator Base Maintenance within our Maintenance & Engineering department, you will ensure efficient material management for outsourced base maintenance, focusing on timely delivery and optimal parts availability. Reporting to the Strategic Purchaser Base Maintenance & LDG, your key responsibilities include:
1. Overseeing material logistics to ensure smooth base maintenance operations and ground times
2. Managing the delivery, return, and tracking of essential aircraft maintenance materials
3. Collaborating with cross-functional teams (Tech Reps, Procurement, Planning, Engineering) to identify needs and resolve logistical challenges
This role requires strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills to support seamless maintenance operations.
Tasks
Material Supply & Procurement
4. Define and manage material supply responsibilities for planned maintenance
5. Ensure timely availability and on-site delivery of materials for base maintenance (heavy checks, paint, and cabin modifications)
6. Procure scheduled and unscheduled aircraft materials based on work packages and operational needs
7. Oversee the return, documentation, and tracking of unused or excess materials
Data Management & Coordination
8. Maintain accurate material records in AMOS, ensuring correct consumption tracking
9. Collaborate with procurement, logistics, planning, and engineering to resolve material-related issues and optimize part ordering
10. Manage shipments, returns, and turnaround times for components
MRO Support & Inventory Management
11. Verify and approve MRO material requests, ensuring compliance and accurate invoicing
12. Oversee on-site inventory, conduct audits, and track stock levels
13. Prepare and present KPI reports on material usage and supplier performance
14. Support MRO training in AMOS and ensure compliance with handling procedures
15. Align with the Inventory Manager to maintain material availability and reporting accuracy
Operational Setup & Support
16. Establish and close dedicated maintenance lines at MRO locations
17. Provide on-site support at MRO facilities as needed
18. Perform additional tasks to meet operational requirements
Your profile
19. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience
20. Minimum 3 years' experience in material coordination or inventory management, preferably in aviation
21. Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, including purchasing and logistics
22. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience handling large data sets
23. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks and unexpected challenges
24. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration
25. Familiarity with aviation regulations related to material management
26. Team player with a proactive, independent, and solution-oriented mindset
27. Flexible to work weekends during peak maintenance and travel up to 30% annually
28. Proficiency in ERP systems (AMOS) and advanced MS Office skills
29. Fluent in English (verbal & written); Dutch and/or French is a plus
What we offer
30. A flexible reward plan that allows you to optimize part of your salary;
31. A flexible work environment focused on activity-based working & home office possibility;
32. Travel benefits;
33. Profit sharing;
34. Group insurance;
35. Company medical plan (optional);
36. Meal- & eco vouchers;
37. homeworking allowance;
38. A spot in a very enthusiastic team & a great company to work for.