PMO Supply Chain Planner

Ontic is a true success story in aerospace & defence. Founded over 50 years ago and carved out of BBA in 2019 under CVC ownership, we have since thrived as a standalone, high-growth business.

Our unique model focuses on licensing and sustaining complex components that OEMs no longer support, ensuring long-term availability across critical global aircraft fleets. Today, we support 6,000+ parts across a wide range of civil and military platforms, positioning Ontic as a vital partner in the aerospace ecosystem.
*
* Please Note:

This Position is an FTC - Fixed Term Contract**##

The Role This is not a traditional supply chain planning role.

We’re looking for someone who can operate at the intersection of supply chain, project management, and data-driven decision-making Someone who can evaluate complex supply and demand signals, influence stakeholders, and ensure smooth product transitions from licensors into Ontic’s operations.

This role plays a critical part in enabling successful licence transitions, ensuring material availability, production readiness, and long-term supply stability across our programmes.##

Key Responsibilities ### Supply Chain Planning & Transition
* Create CTB (Clear to Build) plans for process validation units as products transition from licensors
* Work closely with PMO and BAU supply chain teams to ensure material availability
* Evaluate demand and supply signals from licensors and implement within Ontic’s ERP systems
* Support inventory transfers and purchase order novations with suppliers
* Assist with resolving inventory transfer queries to support production readiness### Production Readiness & Capacity Planning
* Develop and maintain capacity plans to ensure production readiness post-transition
* Create process validation production plans and hold stakeholders accountable for delivery timelines
* Produce labour utilisation reports and short-term (3-month) resource capacity plans
* Escalate capacity and material constraints through IPTs and governance forums### Forecasting & SIOP Alignment
* Collaborate with ROW SIOP teams to implement forecasts based on licence assumptions
* Ensure long-term supply signals are accurately reflected in planning systems
* Support the creation and maintenance of Line of Balance reports for internal and customer use### Stakeholder Management & Delivery
* Engage cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, customer services, and external licensors
* Provide clear reporting and updates to senior stakeholders and function heads
* Ensure alignment across teams to successfully deliver transition projects### Governance & Continuous Improvement
* Adhere to all relevant legislation and company policies including health & safety, data protection, and quality standards
* Identify issues proactively and implement effective solutions
* Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and performance## What We’re Looking For### Essential
* Undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience) in a business-related discipline
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in production planning, supply chain, or procurement within a manufacturing environment
* Strong understanding of MRP systems and planning processes
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office tools
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities### Highly Desirable (What sets you apart)
* Experience in new product introduction, product transition, or project-based environments
* Exposure to SIOP or integrated business planning processes
* Ability to analyse complex data and translate it into actionable plans
* Experience working in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment

This is a high-impact role within a growing PMO function, offering the opportunity to play a key part in delivering successful product transitions and shaping supply chain readiness across the business.

You’ll join a company that:
* Is private equity-backed and scaling rapidly globally
* Offers exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic programmes
* Encourages ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
* Is…