Alternance- Head of Logistics Operations (H/F), Toulouse

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

Tasks

Lead the Team:

• Lead and develop a team of Logistics Operations Managers
• Foster a culture of performance, trust and continuous improvement
• Support team development and ensure alignment with business priorities

Coordinate and Challenge Logistics Services providers (LSPs):

• Oversee LSPs for warehousing and transportation, ensuring full compliance with contractual commitments and key performance indicators (SLAs, OTD, OQD, claims, cost, activity continuity and volume, training…)
• Organize and lead regular business reviews (weekly/monthly) with LSP
• Drive continuous improvement and investments plans to optimize costs, quality and performance in collaboration with LSPs
• Supervise purchase order creation and invoice flows for in line with budget objectives
• Manage change requests and new work specifications : lead tender process for logistics operations in close cooperation with the Procurement department

Ensure Operational Excellence in Logistics:

• Anticipate potential logistics bottlenecks through proactive blocking point through efficient follow-up
• Update warehouse and transport standard operating process and specific instructions
• Define and implement the warehouse (storage type, flow design…) and transportation strategy including in our IT tool
• Ensure inventory accuracy and act as main contact for external auditors
• Support internal stakeholders in organizing transport (quotes, route planning, customs…) and warehouse operations
• Collaborate with internal customers to analyze process inefficiencies and implement improvements
• Provide logistics support to internal development projects and promote green logistics initiatives

Drive & Transform Logistics Digital Tools :

• Oversee logistics tools : TMS (Transport Management System), WMS (Warehouse Management System), EDI interfaces, logistic equipment (WiFi guns, printers, racking, packaging solutions...)
• Deploy and monitor digital dashboards to support operational performance management

Profile

• Education : Advanced degree in supply chain, logistics, or a related field.

Experience :

• Logistics & contract Management : Proven experience in logistics operations and contract management ideally in the aerospace industry. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Leadership : Ability to lead and motivate a team

Technical skills :

• IT Proficiency : Strong proficiency and eager to develop logistics tools : SAP ECC6 WM/MM, TMS, WMS, EDI (xml file exchange, webservice…), SAP BW and Power Bi.
• Logistics skills: Familiarity with relevant regulations and standards in logistics, including customs regulations, IATA guidelines, and environmental considerations.

Soft skills:

• Process oriented and driven by continuous improvement
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners in English and in French
• Fluent in English and French. Italian would be a plus