Material Control & Inventory Analyst

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Job Description:

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for an Material Control &Inventory Analyst to join our Team based in Mobile, AL

In this role youwill monitor completeness, accuracy, and compliance during inventory transactions. Conduct cycle counts, inventory validations, and root cause analysis for discrepancies and/or losses. Main interface between operational functions such as manufacturing engineering, production, work material planners, logistics coordinators and supply officers to ensure the delivery of the right part, with the right logistics mean, at the right time at the Point of Use and in compliance with safety, operating procedures and current standards. Responsible for continuous improvement of inventory and material storage flows. You will be part of the site warehouse operations team supporting both the A320 and A220 programs.

Meet the team:

The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your working environment:

Nearby on ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

Your Challenges:

Primary Responsibilities: 60%

• Conduct research in SAP and liaise with appropriate stakeholders to provide clarification and immediate solutions for any administrative inventory/receiving issues or blockers. 

  
  
  

• Escalate appropriately to the correct stakeholders to mitigate potential inventory risks to Operations.

  
  
  

• Accountable to develop and monitor process KPIs, especially related to material management; generate daily, monthly, quarterly reports

  
  
  

• Identifies Planning issues and designs data collection models and methods to analyze problems from all directions and at all levels. Applies a variety of tools to collect, analyze, and report data.

  
  
  

• Performs sophisticated analysis of the data and prepares standardized reports on logistical matters.

  
  
  

• Undertakes projects specifically targeted to identify root causes of Planning and organizational issues. Collects relevant data and makes specific recommendations for remediation. 

  
  
  

• Ensure that the processes are followed and that the right transactions are used for the right processes

  
  
  

• Monitor and control completion of cycle counts, bin validations, and operational surveillance activities: 

  
  
  

• Responsible to utilize advanced SAP and process expertise to resolve transactional issues, supporting Material Planning, 3PL and Operational Procurement activities; 

  
  
  

• Inventory balancing and correction if required

  
  
  

Other Functions: 30%

• Organize workshops to conduct root cause and corrective action activities following Airbus’ PPS process

  
  
  

• Establish targets for improvement and develop action plans.

  
  
  

• Lead workshops for RCCA in conjunction with LSP

  
  
  

Other Duties as assigned: 10%

Your Boarding Pass:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or a combination of work experience in Business or Supply Chain and Logistics.

  
  
  

• 5 years experience working within the field of inventory control and/or stock management

  
  
  

• 4 years experience with SAP or other MRP transactions related to supply chain, planning or production

  
  
  

• Strong knowledge and experience in warehousing operations

  
  
  

• Experience in methods of producing and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

  
  
  

• Strong analytical skills 

  
  
  

• Excellent communication skills (spoken, written, influential)

  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

Vision: adequate to read material on computer screens, and aircraft gauges. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions

Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings. Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.

Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.

Equipment Operation: Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment. Working on fuselage jigs at a height of 15 feet. Able to work on hydraulic lifts sometimes at a height of up to 40 feet.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands (for ex. Lifting, working in heights): capable to support 2 shift system and occasional weekends, based on business needs.

Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 55lbs/25kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues, or as part of continuous improvement projects.

Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 55lbs/25kg.

Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas.

Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at computer, in meetings, or on aircraft.

Squatting/Kneeling: able to work on in the wing or center box in a confined space. Entrance into the wing by a 9.8 inch x 17.7 inch oval opening. Able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.

Travel: able to travel overseas and domestically

Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.

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A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Production Planning & Scheduling <JF-MA-PP>

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Job Posting End Date: 04.30.2026

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