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Head of Logistics Americas

Dulles, US, Sterling · On-site

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Job Description:

What does your next challenge look like?

At SATAIR, we believe in sustainable aviation that allows people to travel and connect across the globe.

We are on a mission to provide world class material solutions that keep aircraft flying and extend their lifespan.

In Satair, you can challenge the status quo, pioneer new ways of working, and generate real value for airlines and suppliers worldwide.

Being part of the Airbus family gives us the opportunity to live a global mindset, working in international and diverse teams and collaborating across functions, sites and cultures.

If you want to work as one team embracing a can-do attitude in a demanding environment, then we offer a great place to explore, learn, and grow, making an impact on aviation’s digital and sustainable transformation.

In this context we are looking for a Head of Logistics - Americas, to join our warehousing and distribution team near Dulles Airport in Sterling, VA.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Here is a selection of some of the benefits we offer our employees. Local benefits may vary.

Competitive Remuneration
Work / Life Balance: Hybrid Working, flex-time, maternity/paternity leave
Personal Development: Personalized development plans, large portfolio of learning solutions & lots of internal mobility opportunities
Health & Wellbeing: Health insurance, well-being programs

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

Warehouse Operations & Strategy
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Team and Leadership
Compliance, Risk Management & Safety
Financial & Resource Management

This role will involve some travel for business, approximately 20 %, internationally, and domestically.

ABOUT YOU

You’re equipped with a logistics/supply chain management or comparable education, coupled with 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management or equivalent Materials Management, and expert level leadership abilities. We are looking for you! A team player with the following experience, skills and mindset:

Required

10+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management or equivalent Materials Management.
5 years of supervisory experience inclusive of a candidate's total experience.
Strong knowledge in materials management, warehouse and transportation operations.
Mentor employees, instill a quality culture, and encourage natural career growth
Be adept with conflict management, team building skills and motivational leadership

Preferred

Knowledge about the aerospace aftermarket, customer services and after sales operations in the aviation industry.
Customer-focused, with strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Proven team player with the ability to align diverse stakeholder interests and succeed in a matrixed, multicultural, and hybrid work environment.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; able to see the bigger picture and implement mid- to long-term solutions.
Proactive and resilient, with a drive for change, the backbone to support and stand for ideas, and the ability to disagree and commit.
Excellent problem-solving abilities, working independently and efficiently under pressure in dynamic settings.
Highly organized with exceptional time management and the flexibility to adapt in fast-changing environments.

Physical Requirements

Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Daily
Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Daily
Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.Daily
Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. Daily
Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs
Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. Daily
Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. Daily
Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. [please list frequency—if cannot list an actual percentage of time, then specify daily, several times a week, several times a month, at least once a month, or a similar descriptor]
Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Daily
Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site.
Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visit, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

Authorized to work in the US; able to work in the United States without current or future need for visa sponsorship

Satair provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Satair without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Satair complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location in which the company has facilities. Satair expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. This assignment description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Satair using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Satair. Satair is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Satair is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Satair to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

Come on board and join us at Satair, an Airbus Services Company. VAS Aero Services is a subsidiary of Satair, an Airbus Services company

If you want to know more about our business, have a closer look at our website www.SATAIR.com or check out our SATAIR Youtube Channel at www.youtube.com/sataircompany !

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: Satair USA, Inc.

Employment Type: US - Direct Hire

Experience Level: Professional

Remote Type: On-site

Job Family: Leadership

Job Posting End Date: 04.18.2026

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.