Supervisor, Material Logistics

Job Summary

The Material Logistics Supervisor is responsible for the organization, planning and implementation of Stockrooms workflow. This role will manage the department’s compliance with Spirit Airlines Controlled Manuals, SOP’s, and FAA, IATA, DOT, IOSA, OSHA and local government/ordinance requirements. Review and address Department Controls. Manage Shelf-life program. Oversees HAZMAT Material Handling, Storage and Shipping. Monitors and approves HAZMAT Shipments and ensures 100 compliance of regulated requirements and trained personnel. Improve productivity and find creative, value-adding improvements to the operations IAW SOP’s and Controlled Manuals. Manage Materials and Tooling that requires special handling, calibration, and storage. Review stock levels, tooling requirements and recommends adjustments to Inventory Management. The scope of the Supervisor includes Material Logistic Specialist time keeping and PTO management, and aircraft parts receiving function as required per location. 

• KPI Review – completes department reports on-time and accurately.
• Stockroom Audits – maintains stockrooms within compliance of Safety, FAA, QA, and Department standards that comply with scheduled or unannounced audits. Performs supplemental self-audits and knowledge checks to gage and recommend station improvements and mitigate internal Audit findings. 
• Analyzes and recommends strategic solutions to develop automation and upgrade systems and procedures to reduce operational inefficiencies to align with corporate initiatives.
• Presents findings and recommendations at all levels of the organization.
• Mentors and motivates a Team to develop and implement solutions in a fast paced, time-sensitive, and financially constrained environment.
• Oversees programs and regulatory requirements to ensure accuracy, standardization, and compliance with regulatory agencies. Coordinates revisions, updates, and modifications to maintain program accuracy and integrity with other departments. 
• Develops, maintains, and delivers regulatory programs throughout the Material Operations Teams, Warehouses and Stockrooms.
• Reviews operational reports with particular attention to operational issues, operational inefficiencies; thus, providing input to prevent or correct station/network performance.
• Shelf-Life Program – oversees stockroom shelf-life compliance program. 
• Training Compliance - schedules new training and recurrent training for stockroom personnel via Spirit U, On-board training, HAZMAT Shippers training and any additional required courseware. Coordinates OJT process for new hires and ensures ongoing compliance for Team Member training programs.
• Ensures inventory accuracy, coordinates stockrooms cycle counts provided by Inventory Management, reviews daily adjustments and operational stock levels.
• Supervises projects from start to finish utilizing 6S Principals.
• Ensures and enforces HAZMAT and GHS compliance with receiving, handling, separating, storing, and shipping of all materials IAW IATA, DOT and OSHA Standards in the Stockroom and Tooling Environments. Including, recovery procedures, storage and disposal of all HAZMAT and GHS materials are following EPA and local airport and government agencies within the Stockroom and Tooling Environments. 
• Partners with Talent Acquisition Team on hiring of Material Logistics Specialists, Lead and Admin roles. 
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergency change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments). 

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 3-5 years experience (at least 1 year aviation experience preferred)
• Frequent travel throughout the Spirit network.
• Comfortably handle interaction with third-party representatives.
• Independent work ethic, self-starter.
• Domestic and international travel approximately 50 of the time. 
• Physical Effort: 50+.
• Telework Capacity: Must be present at the Work-site 100 of time.

Job Requirements:

• Able to Read and Write in English.
• Current Valid Driver’s License.
• Able to Pass Airport Security Background Checks.
• Must be willing to work any assigned shift.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Additional Certifications:

• DGR Shipping
• OSHA Forklift
• Bilingual, Spanish and English a plus

Specialized Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication: able to read, send and execute instructions via email and memos. 
• Proficient with computers: basic knowledge of word editing software, inventory sheets and email management. 
• Warehouse Operations Knowledge: experience with shipping, receiving and stocking practices. 
• Hazardous Materials Knowledge: experience with general shipping and handling procedures and HAZCOM. 
• Aviation Materials Knowledge: familiarity with part numbers, descriptions and handling. 

Additional Competencies: 

• Detail Oriented: produce accurate work to avoid unnecessary reproduction. 
• Consistency: carry on with preset duties on a regular basis.
• Problem Solving: use logic, experience, data and accurate analysis to solve complex problems and provide efficient, cost-effective solutions. 
• Self-starter with strong organizational and prioritizing skills. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint. 
• Strong knowledge of Spirits operational procedures and systems.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our Team Members.

Overview

At Spirit, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet!  

• Fly With A Winner: We are proud to be recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Company in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success.
• The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live.  That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation.
• Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them.
• Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family.

 

EEOC Statement

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.