Job Description - Manager, Planning (16611)About Us: AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering, and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide.Position: Manager, Planning - 16611DescriptionSUMMARY: The Manager of Planning is responsible for all planning and scheduling duties of the department. Organizes and tracks projects assigned by the V.P., Planning and Continuous Improvement as well as assists in establishing proper policies and procedures.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Commitment to company values and ethicsDependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accuratelyMotivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energyOrganization: very detail-oriented and always comes preparedCommunication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skillsInitiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilitiesLeadership: demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through othersProblem Solving: ability to develop and implement new ideas to improve processesThe Manager of Planning is also responsible for:Evaluation and development of economic proposals for RFQ(s)Confirming that work packages are properly bid based off customer supplied dataEnsuring that pre and post docks are conducted in a timely and informative mannerOverseeing the package preparation and work package review to ensure accuracy and accountabilityGenerating sequenced milestone schedules based on customer work requirementsEnsuring that an executable plan has been developed and handed off to Production for executionDevelopment and distribution of reports as may be required to support the organization's information and decision-making needsRobustness of departmental policy and proceduresEnsuring familiarity with customer contracts and ensuring that requirements and/or guidelines established by the customer are followed accuratelyPerformance of such other tasks as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisorAll other duties as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.QualificationsEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills required. - Must possess a current and active FAA A&P License.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environment characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and comply with OSHA standards.SIGNATURE: I have read this job description and have had all questions I may have had explained to me thoroughly. I understand that a failure on my part, after the training period has been completed, to perform in a satisfactory manner the duties and responsibilities detailed above, shall constitute cause for disciplinary action to be taken, which may include separation from employment.Job: AdministrativePrimary Location: United States-Florida-MiamiSchedule: Full-timeOvertime Status: ExemptWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr