Maintenance Materials Manager – Turbine Overhaul Kits and Consumables

The Maintenance Materials Manager – Turbine Overhaul Kits and Consumables is responsible for managing the procurement, inventory control, and distribution of critical maintenance materials, including turbine overhaul kits, replacement parts, and consumables. This role ensures optimal inventory levels to support scheduled maintenance, overhaul activities, and unplanned repairs, minimizing downtime and maximizing asset reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory of turbine overhaul kits, consumables (lubricants, filters, gaskets), and spare parts to meet maintenance schedules and emergency requirements.

• Implement inventory optimization techniques (min/max levels, reorder points) to balance availability and working capital.

2. Procurement and Vendor Management

• Source and procure overhaul kits and consumables from OEMs and approved suppliers, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.

• Manage supplier relationships, contracts, and performance, including quality compliance and warranty claims.

3. Materials Planning & Coordination

• Collaborate with maintenance planners and engineers to forecast materials demand based on overhaul schedules, condition monitoring data, and historical usage.

• Coordinate material issuance and delivery to maintenance teams, ensuring readiness for planned outages and overhauls.

4. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure all materials and kits meet OEM specifications, industry standards, and internal quality requirements.

• Manage documentation, traceability, and compliance for critical overhaul parts and consumables.

5. Continuous Improvement

• Drive initiatives to improve material lead times, reduce obsolete stock, and enhance inventory turnover.

• Leverage ERP/CMMS systems for real-time inventory tracking, reporting, and analytics.

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Provide regular reports on inventory status, material usage, cost trends, and supplier performance.

• Maintain accurate records for audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance.

Key Focus Areas:

• Managing critical turbine overhaul kits (rotor/stator components, seals, bearings)

• Consumables management (lubricants, filters, gaskets, cleaning agents)

• Inventory optimization to support maintenance and turnaround schedules

• Supplier and quality management for high-value, mission-critical parts

• Integration with maintenance planning and ERP/CMMS systems

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

• Experience: 7+ years in materials management or procurement supporting rotating equipment maintenance, preferably turbines

• Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of turbine maintenance parts and consumables

  • Proficient in ERP (SAP MM/PM, Oracle), CMMS (Maximo), and inventory management software

  • Excellent coordination and vendor management skills

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)

• APICS CPIM or CPSM