Eaton Corporation
Supply Chain Manager-Transitions
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Supply Chain Manager-Transitions
Supply Chain Manager – Transitions (Remote UK-Based)
Location Fully remote (UK-based), with flexibility to travel when required
About the Role Eaton’s Aerospace business is a global leader in advanced aerospace systems and components, serving commercial and military aircraft manufacturers, engine builders, and defence organisations worldwide. Our products—ranging from fuel, hydraulic, and air management solutions to motion control, engine, and electrical power systems—play a critical role in safety, reliability, and operational excellence for some of the world’s most advanced aircraft.
As a Supply Chain Manager – Transitions, you’ll lead complex supply chain transition projects across Eaton’s global manufacturing network, ensuring seamless transitions while maintaining supply continuity, minimising risks, and driving excellence in project execution.
Responsibilities
- Lead major transition projects—once approved through gate review—ensuring delivery against scope, schedule, and business objectives.
- Manage high-stakes transitions, including:
- Supplier-to-supplier transfers
- Emergency supplier exits
- In-sourcing and out-sourcing initiatives
- Factory relocations and inter-plant product transfers
- Reduce transition timelines while upholding supply chain continuity and compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal standards.
- Develop and maintain integrated master plans and project schedules using best-practice project management processes.
- Conduct critical path analysis, assess schedule impacts, and create recovery plans to support successful project execution.
- Assist program and project managers with reporting, delivering data for customer and leadership reviews.
- Design and maintain project scorecards and dashboards, providing real-time visibility into project health, risks, milestones, and actions required.
- Forecast resource needs and resolve constraints across cross-functional teams.
- Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management to drive project success.
- Mentor team members in project planning and scheduling best practices.
- Act as a voting member in Divisional Gate Reviews, ensuring adherence to Eaton’s governance and stage-gate requirements.
- Contribute to broader business initiatives to support reliable, on-time program execution.
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Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Proven experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Materials Management, or Supply Chain
- ERP and planning system expertise, including familiarity with Oracle, SAP, MFG/Pro, Kinaxis, and/or Enovia (PLM)
- Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred but not required
Skills
- Strong project management, planning, and scheduling abilities
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, influence decisions, and foster influence across teams
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What We Offer
✅ Fully remote role with UK-based working flexibility (travel required when needed) ✅ Opportunities to lead strategic supply chain transition projects in a global aerospace business ✅ Career development and growth opportunities within Eaton’s international organisation ✅ A collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and teamwork ✅ Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package
Important Note: As a condition of employment, candidates may be required to participate in an additional screening process due to exposure to US ITAR-controlled technology, goods, and information.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Eaton’s recruitment protocols are designed to avoid unlawful discrimination based on age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by law. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies while adhering to data security and privacy regulations.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.
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