Job Title: Supply Chain / Inventory Analyst - Aerospace MROJob Description
This mid-level Supply Chain / Inventory Analyst role supports an aerospace Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operation by managing inventory levels, ensuring material availability, and driving operational efficiency across maintenance programs. The analyst maintains inventory accuracy, executes cycle count programs, and supports forecasting aligned with maintenance schedules and demand signals. The position is ideal for a supply chain or inventory professional with experience in aerospace or similarly regulated, asset-intensive environments who enjoys working with data, ERP systems, and cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
Maintain optimal inventory levels to support MRO activities while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
Perform regular cycle counts, reconcile inventory discrepancies, and drive improvements in inventory accuracy and related KPIs.
Develop and maintain demand forecasts based on historical usage, demand signals, and maintenance planning inputs.
Analyze stock levels, consumption trends, and supplier lead times to inform replenishment strategies and safety stock settings.
Utilize ERP systems, such as SAP, to manage materials data, execute transactions, and generate reports that support decision-making.
Prepare and analyze data using advanced Excel and reporting tools to monitor inventory performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Partner with procurement, operations, and engineering teams to align supply chain strategies with maintenance and business requirements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, process optimization, and improved service levels.
Contribute to the management of serialized inventory, rotable parts, and repair loops where applicable.
Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and internal controls within a high-value, regulated inventory environment.
Essential Skills
Previous aerospace industry or aerospace MRO experience in a supply chain, logistics, or inventory-focused role.
Proven experience in inventory control and stock management within high-value or regulated environments, including safety stock and replenishment strategies.
Demonstrated ability in forecasting and demand planning using historical usage, demand signals, and maintenance cycles to create accurate forecasts.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems, with SAP strongly preferred, including performing transactions, running reports, and managing materials data.
Strong experience executing cycle counts, conducting inventory audits, reconciling discrepancies, and improving inventory accuracy KPIs.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data modeling for supply chain and inventory analysis.
Experience with data analysis and reporting, with exposure to SQL or business intelligence (BI) tools preferred.
Familiarity with regulatory environments such as FAA and EASA, particularly as they relate to inventory and maintenance operations.
Experience supporting rotable parts, serialized inventory, or repairable assets in an MRO or similar setting.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage and interpret complex datasets in a fast-paced operational environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Knowledge of FAA and EASA regulatory requirements and their impact on supply chain and inventory processes.
Experience working with serialized inventory, rotable parts, or repair loops in an aerospace or regulated environment.
Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies; formal Lean or Six Sigma certification is a plus.
Background in supply chain, logistics, vendor management, or related disciplines.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including procurement, operations, engineering, and maintenance.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a focus on process optimization and cost reduction.
Clear written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings, reports, and recommendations to stakeholders.
Motivation to build a long-term career within aerospace supply chain and operations, with an interest in complex, high-value environments.
Work Environment
This role is based in Jupiter, FL within an aerospace Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operation. The position is primarily onsite, reflecting the hands-on nature of inventory and maintenance support, with potential for limited flexibility depending on business needs. The work setting combines a traditional office environment with regular exposure to operational and warehouse areas where parts, materials, and maintenance activities are managed. The schedule follows standard business hours, with occasional extended hours when operational demands or maintenance schedules require additional support. The environment offers exposure to complex, high-value supply chain operations and advanced engine technology, as well as a collaborative, cross-functional culture with close interaction among supply chain, operations, engineering, and maintenance teams. The role provides strong career growth potential within aerospace supply chain and operations, along with competitive, market-aligned compensation and the opportunity to contribute directly to critical maintenance operations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of West Palm Beach, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $45.67/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in West Palm Beach,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
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