Senior Logistics And Store Officer

Job description / Role

Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Thales employees architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world's largest commercial aircraft. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters, and search and rescue helicopters. Together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, and UAE. Together we have delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world, and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make the UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cybersecurity systems and communications, as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi's airport.

Job Objective

Coordinates and handles parts, components, materials, and sub-assemblies to supply repair. Coordinates supply chain and warehouse management activities.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Supports daily warehouse operations including receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping aircraft parts.
• Ensures compliance with aviation regulations and company standards (EASA, GCAA, UK-CAA, MOE).
• Maintains accurate documentation to ensure full traceability.
• Allocates tasks, trains, and mentors junior warehouse staff.
• Conducts regular warehouse inspections, quality checks, and ensures traceability of all material.
• Contributes to improving warehouse processes and procedures to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and service quality.
• Communicates material availability, stock levels, and potential delays to ensure the timely supply of parts needed for repairs.
• Coordinates with central supply chain for timely replenishments of spares.
• Coordinates stock movements between different Thales locations.
• Coordinates with suppliers to order consumables and track stock levels.
• Coordinates with service providers for shipments, collection, delivery, and collection of recycled material.
• Liaises with customers for acknowledging receipt of items for repair and resolving discrepancies related to documentation.
• Creates necessary documents to ensure customs declarations are done in a timely manner.
• Organizes team tasks, focuses on priorities, and checks performance against KPIs to ensure goals are met.

Work Experience Requirements

Three (3) or more years of experience in warehouse logistics and inventory management. Prior experience with MRO / airlines is preferred.

Qualification, Certification & Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Supply chain certification is a plus
• Good spoken and written English
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Familiar with ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Preferred Skills

• Inventory management expertise
• SAP proficiency
• Leadership and team coordination
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Problem-solving

HSE Responsibilities

• Take care of your own safety and the safety of others as far as is practicable.
• Be aware of and play an active role in the development and implementation of the HSE management system, project HSE requirements, and policy statements.
• Understand your personal responsibilities and contribute to achieving compliance with the HSE management system requirements. Understand the potential consequences of non-compliance with the HSE arrangements and commit to the stated policies above.
• Comply with local laws and legislation regarding HSE.
• Use safety equipment (including PPE) as required and intended and ensure this is also enforced within your department and among subcontractors and third parties working in Thales-controlled premises/systems.
• Do not interfere with or change or adjust anything that is provided for safety unless fully trained to do so.
• Promote a good HSE culture within your department and among peers, subcontractors, and third parties.
• Lead by example and actively encourage your department to look at ways to conserve energy, water, and resources and minimize the generation of waste through personal performance. Raise recommendations on how to improve existing processes in this regard within and outside your department.
• Conduct regular reviews on the HSE management system performance within your areas of responsibility and seek ways of continual improvement.
• Everyone within Thales has the right to stop work if they believe that their activities may affect the health and safety of themselves or others. In such circumstances, these conditions must be reported immediately to their line manager and the HSE department.

At Thales we provide careers and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries, our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!

Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

Cost accounting, hospitality management, corporate, downstream, AC maintenance, AV

Employment Type

Full-time

Vacancy

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