DVP, Logistics, Materials & Global Repair

About the role

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the industry leader in delivering inflight entertainment and connectivity products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth headphone connectivity. With over 40 years of history, the company offers stability, career growth opportunities, and collaboration with bright minds in the aviation technology sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global repair and logistics division with accountability for strategy, financial performance, operational execution, digital transformation, and regulatory compliance across worldwide repair, supply chain, logistics, S&OP, forecasting, materials management, inventory planning, and repair center operations.
• Oversee end-to-end In-Flight Entertainment Connectivity (IFEC) asset lifecycle support, including planning, procurement, inventory optimization, logistics execution, supply chain development, and global repair center performance.
• Serve as a key member of the PTS leadership team, translating corporate priorities into multi-year roadmaps, annual operating plans, and measurable initiatives that drive customer satisfaction, revenue growth, operational excellence, cost efficiency, and scalable business performance.
• Lead modernization through digital enablement, advanced analytics, AI/ML, predictive maintenance, automation, robotics, business intelligence platforms, and connected operational systems to improve customer value, material availability, repair performance, and supply chain resilience.

Executive Leadership, Financial Performance & Strategy

• Establish and execute a global multi-year strategy for supply chain, repair, logistics, and materials management aligned with PTS business objectives and broader corporate priorities.
• Translate corporate and functional strategies into multi-year roadmaps, annual operating plans, financial plans, and measurable key initiatives.
• Contribute to growth strategies, operational planning, customer engagement, and investment decisions as a key member of the PTS executive leadership team.
• Sponsor and govern strategic initiatives, digital enablement, innovation efforts, and continuous improvement programs that improve customer outcomes, cost efficiency, operational resilience, and business performance.
• Develop strategic initiatives positioning Panasonic as the industry leader in aviation aftermarket support, repair services, reliability management, and material supply solutions.
• Develop and execute a digital operations roadmap aligned with PAC’s overall enterprise technology strategy, including ERP integration with PTS tools and capabilities.
• Lead organizational transformation efforts focused on scalability, innovation, profitability, and operational resilience leveraging AI, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Industrial IoT, and advanced analytics.
• Champion deployment and optimization of ERP, MES, CRM, PLM, quality management systems, and connected data platforms to achieve efficiency and scalability goals.
• Own financial performance with P&L responsibility for the global materials, logistics, and repair operations portfolio, including budget ownership, forecasting, resource allocation, capital planning, and long-range strategic financial planning.
• Drive EBITDA improvement through productivity gains, inventory optimization, repair efficiencies, automation, and business transformation initiatives.
• Establish operational KPIs, dashboards, and executive reporting frameworks for business performance and S&OP management.
• Represent the division in executive forums and key stakeholder discussions, presenting business performance, strategic plans, and investment recommendations.
• Build and develop a high-performing global leadership team with succession plans and leadership development strategies, leading over 250+ staff globally.

Global Materials, Logistics, Warehousing & Distribution Management

• Lead the worldwide MRO supply chain organization responsible for inventory planning, procurement, warehousing, logistics, and materials management.
• Ensure effective resource deployment, prioritization, and operating discipline to meet customer, business, fleet, repair, and contractual commitments.
• Develop inventory optimization strategies that maximize service levels while minimizing working capital and inventory risk.
• Establish advanced planning models utilizing AI/ML-driven demand forecasting, predictive consumption modeling, repair capacity planning, and supply risk analytics.
• Drive adoption of predictive inventory management, predictive maintenance tools, and AI-assisted repair diagnostics.
• Ensure material availability supports worldwide contractual commitments, fleet operations, repair requirements, and customer service objectives.
• Develop supplier management strategies and logistics network efficiency to improve performance, quality, lead-times, profit, and cost competitiveness.
• Drive process optimization, standardization, and global consistency across logistics, warehousing, distribution, supplier processes, material flow, and cross-functional workflows.
• Ensure global trade compliance, customs compliance, export controls, and regulatory requirements across the MRO supply chain network.
• Lead initiatives for obsolescence management, strategic sourcing, long-term supply assurance, and lifecycle management.
• Lead worldwide logistics and distribution operations supporting airline customers, field service teams, and repair facilities.
• Develop integrated logistics strategies optimizing transportation, warehousing, customs clearance, and material flow.
• Implement digital visibility solutions providing real-time tracking of inventory, repairs, shipments, and operational performance.
• Establish contingency plans and supply continuity strategies for geopolitical disruptions, supplier constraints, and transportation risks.

Global Repair Operations & MRO Excellence

• Direct all global repair facilities and repair service operations to achieve world-class quality, turnaround time, cost, and customer satisfaction performance.
• Develop and implement standardized repair methodologies, capacity planning models, and global operating procedures.
• Implement advanced repair analytics to identify reliability trends, root causes, cost drivers, and repair opportunities.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints, and Operational Excellence initiatives across all repair centers.
• Drive adoption of predictive maintenance and condition-based maintenance methodologies through updated repair hardware, software, data analytics, and AI-enabled technologies.
• Ensure repair facilities maintain compliance with FAA, EASA, CAA, CAAC, JCAB, and other applicable aviation authority requirements.
• Establish global repair center performance standards, benchmarking, and continuous improvement programs.
• Maximize repair performance while managing inventory levels to achieve an efficient balance of material flow, on-site storage, and parts availability.

Regulatory Compliance, Quality & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all applicable MRO aviation regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Champion compliance with FAA, EASA, CASA, UKCAA, GCAA, AS9110, AS9100, ISO, environmental, trade, and occupational safety requirements.
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, customer focus, diversity, collaboration, and employee development.
• Maintain strong oversight of risk management, audit readiness, corrective action governance, regulatory inspections, customer audits, SMS reporting, and certification activities.
• Maintain a strong culture of safety, operational integrity, and regulatory excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business Administration, Aviation Management, or related field.
• Combined 12+ years of progressive leadership experience within aviation, aerospace, MRO, supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, or technology industries.
• 10+ years of senior leadership responsibility managing large multi-site organizations.
• Experience leading global repair operations, supply chain organizations, or complex operational networks.
• Experience managing large operating budgets, capital investment, and P&L responsibilities.
• Domestic & international travel required, likely up to 25%.
• Ability to travel globally to support customers, suppliers, repair centers, and operational facilities.
• Primarily working in the office, with ability to support office and work from global sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (MBA, Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, or related discipline).
• Advanced certifications such as APICS/ASCM, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or Aviation Maintenance Management Certifications.
• Experience with digital aviation ecosystems, predictive maintenance platforms, and connected aircraft technologies.

Executive Leadership, Strategy & Execution

• Proven executive leadership within a global aviation, aerospace, MRO, supply chain, manufacturing, or technology organization.
• Demonstrated ability to execute division-level strategies aligned with enterprise priorities, translating business objectives, market insights, customer needs, and operational requirements into actionable plans.
• Strong strategic planning and business transformation capabilities.
• Experience managing complex multinational operations.
• Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills to engage senior stakeholders, navigate complex business issues, and drive decisions across functions and regions.
• Strong financial and business acumen, including budget ownership, forecasting, resource allocation, and P&L performance management.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to lead large-scale organizational change initiatives.
• Demonstrated success building high-performance global teams.
• Proven ability to coach leaders, support succession planning, and align talent development strategies to improve divisional performance.

Deep Expertise in Supply Chain & Repair Operations

• Aviation supply chain management including budgeting, forecasting, planning, pricing, and estimating.
• MRO operations including understanding of regulatory constraints, documentation control, and management of Hardware in a Part 145 environment.
• Repair center management and measurements of quality, success, profitability, manpower planning, staff management, and employment requirements for global operations.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $228,000 - $382,000. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.