Inventory Manager

About Brussels Airlines

Brussels Airlines, part of the Lufthansa Group, is the national airline of Belgium with its home base at Brussels Airport.
Our mission is to be the most reliable airline, making everyone feel at home.
We are passionate about what we do, whether it’s on board, in an office, in the hangar or at an airport. Our people are recognized for always going above and beyond and for constantly challenging themselves.

Mission

As part of the Maintenance & Engineering department at Brussels Airlines, the Inventory Manager reports to the Head of Commercial and Supply Chain. In this key role, you will strategically manage and optimize the airline’s technical spare parts inventory to support operational, financial, and safety goals.

You will define and implement stocking policies, align inventory with fleet needs, and address obsolete or excess items. By monitoring performance metrics and ensuring regulatory compliance, you’ll provide valuable insights to senior management. This role requires a detail-oriented, analytical professional with strong inventory management expertise. The position is deputized by the Manager Warehouse & Ops Procurement.

Tasks

Inventory Management and Analysis

• Define and implement stocking policies aligned with financial, operational, efficiency, and safety targets
• Analyze inventory metrics (e.g. turnover, lead times, service levels) to improve performance and optimize stock
• Set stocking criteria to ensure material availability tailored to fleet characteristics
• Conduct reprovisioning analysis of serialized components based on reliability and performance
• Review and adjust parameters for automatic reorder proposals
• Develop and maintain forecasting models using historical data and trends

Aircraft Transition and Obsolescence Management

• Lead actions on spares for phased-out fleets and manage obsolete/overstocked materials
• Define sales strategies for scrap and unused items; track sales, loans, and exchanges
• Collaborate with engineering to assess impacts of new technologies and configurations on inventory

Collaboration and Training

• Ensure alignment with CAMO, AOC, and Part 145 entities
• Work with procurement teams to manage part purchases and scrap sales
• Provide training and support in inventory best practices
• Organize workshops to enhance cross-functional understanding and collaboration
• Support strategic procurement by aligning stock levels with operational needs

Performance Monitoring and Compliance

• Define and analyze KPIs to assess inventory effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with CAME, MOE, and Part-145/CAMO regulations
• Report regularly on inventory value, performance, and improvement opportunities
• Continuously improve inventory processes in our internal software (ProX) to boost efficiency and productivity

Your profile

• University degree (Bachelor’s) in Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory planning within a medium or large company, preferably in the aviation or aerospace industry
• Proven experience in calculation models, statistics and supply chain principles, including purchasing, logistics and the application of stock steering parameters to optimize inventory levels and performance
• Strong analytical and solution-oriented mindset with proficiency in handling large datasets confidently and reliably
• Ability to assertively present information and communicate as well as collaborate in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and standards related to inventory management and familiarity with the aircraft component spanet, particularly the used material spanet
• Independent, proactive, and forward-thinking in challenging situations
• Proficiency in inventory management software with advanced skills in database applications, analytical tools and MS Office
• Proficient in English (verbal and written); Dutch and / or French is a plus

What we offer

• A flexible reward plan that allows you to optimize part of your salary;
• A flexible work environment focused on activity-based working & home office possibility;
• Travel benefits;
• Company car (or car allowance);
• Profit sharing;
• Group insurance;
• Company medical plan (optional);
• Meal- & eco vouchers;
• Representation & homeworking allowance;
• A spot in a very enthusiastic team & a great company to work for.