Ian O'Connor Email & Phone Number

Ireland

Managing RFQ (Request for Quote) process for Arista Global Service Depot network business. To determine vendors in the market with capability to support our business needs while optimizing costs Planning and execution of Supply Chain Inventory performance on a global level – covering two Distribution Centers and over 100 international field stocking locationsManage expansion of Service Operations network throughout EMEA and APAC via 3rd part logistics partner - from initial pricing negotiations to local IOR setup to local warehousing setup through to receipt of initial seed stock shipment into new network location. Trade Compliance - work closely with Global Trade Compliance team, consultants and local Government Licensing Authorities to ensure appropriate Import/Export Licensing is obtained to facilitate global shipping requirementsSupport development of systems and tools required for Service Operations planning. Define business rules for Technical Assistance team on delivery of replacement product to end customers; provide guidance to Technical Assistance team and support escalations as required. Define and plan minimum stocking levels to hold in service depots based on install base, RMA rates, and cycle time to replenish inventory. Oversee Operational Metrics for Service Distribution Centers and Depots - on time delivery performance, inventory fill rate, repair to new-buy ratio, asset recovery, End of Life product purchases and product Scrap Review processPhysical Inventory Auditing of 3rd part logistics partners - ensuring to meet all internal auditing and financial obligations Monitor global shipments and resolve Customs related queries in order to prevent lengthy delays in processing shipments for clearance

Ireland

Planning and execution of Supply Chain Inventory performance on a global level – covering two Distribution Centers and over 70 international Field Stocking Locations3rd party vendor management - Driving logistics vendors to achieve KPI’sInventory and Logistics Planning, Management and ReportingDefine and plan minimum stocking levels to hold in Service Depot network based on install base, RMA rates, and cycle time to replenish inventoryUtilization reporting including Product Shortage and Excess managementOversee Operational Metrics for Service Distribution Centers and Service Depot network, covering On-Time Delivery performance, Inventory Fill rate, Repair to New-Buy Ratio, Asset Recovery, End of Life Product purchases and Product Scrap Review processWork closely with Logistics & Trade Compliance team to ensure appropriate Import/Export Licencing requirements are in place for International shipments

Auckland, New Zealand

Responsible for overseeing of Inventory valued at €1.2m Regular review of Inventory Layers and relating Cost Prices Statistical reporting on stock trends to managementSet up, maintain and ensure the daily cycle counting system is running effectively and efficientlyPrepare for and run full stocktakes quarterlyWork closely with purchasing team with a concentration on Cost prices, Delivery lead times and stock alert levelsLiaise with Finance team on any inventory related or invoicing related issues

Ireland

A Super user for the engineering dept. In the setup, implementation and performance monitoring of the new maintenance/inventory management system (AMOS)Development of a re-order process for high usage componentsSourcing of new vendors to ensure components are purchased/repaired in a cost effective manner and lead times kept to a minimumDaily monitoring and reporting on component stock alert levels and movement trendsMonitoring of stock usage at all bases to ensure levels are adequate to support the fleetCarry out stocktakes quarterlyWork closely with warehouse personnel with regards to goods receipting issues and quality controlNegotiate current and new contracts with overseas suppliers in areas such as lowering costs, improving component quality and reducing lead times

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Daily reporting on aircraft components purchased, stored and consumedNegotiate with suppliers on the purchase and repair costs of componentsMonitor all bases to ensure adequate stock levels to support the fleetSpares provisioning for regular hangar maintenanceWork closely with vendors to resolve warranty claims and invoicing issuesCarry out stocktakes quarterlyDaily user with in depth knowledge of advanced maintenance/ inventory management system (AMOS)