Group GSE Manager at Aviapartner in Scott Township, IA

The Group GSE Manager is responsible for defining, developing, and driving the implementation

of concepts, tools, and processes to optimize the performance, data transparency (e.g., eGSE %),

cost-efficiency, safety, and sustainability of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) fleets across all

group country organizations.

Acting as a central expert function, the role works in close collaboration with local GSE Managers,

influencing outcomes without direct hierarchical authority. He/she will report to the Group GSE

Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement group-wide GSE strategies, standards, and best practices

• Dynamically manage the Aviapartner-preferred catalog of models and options for each

equipment family

• Design and deploy tools, methodologies, and KPIs to monitor and improve fleet performance

(focus on procurement, inventory management, fleet management, interfacing with

accounting, reporting)

• Optimize lifecycle management (procurement, utilization, maintenance, replacement)

• Drive standardization and harmonization across country organizations (including all new

stations)

• Identify and lead cost optimization, digitalization and efficiency improvement initiatives

• Support the transition toward more sustainable and innovative GSE solutions (e.g.,

electrification)

• Act as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to local GSE Managers

• Facilitate knowledge sharing, benchmarking, and continuous improvement across the network

• Lead or contribute to cross-country projects and initiatives

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong, collaborative relationships with local GSE Managers and operational teams

• Influence decision-making through expertise, data, and credibility rather than authority

• Coordinate with procurement, operations, finance, and safety functions at group and local

levels

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Profile & Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in GSE management, fleet optimization, and maintenance practices

• Proven ability to design and implement processes and tools in a multi-country environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence without authority

• Given the international context, fluent written and spoken English is a given

• Strong leadership mindset with a collaborative and team-oriented approach

• Analytical and data-driven, with solid problem-solving capabilities

• Experience in project management and change management

• Ability to work across cultures and organizational boundaries

• Capacity to travel and to adapt to local working environments. You will travel once a month

(on average) within Europe & Africa

• Solid working knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors

• Ability to drive alignment and results across decentralized organizations

• Credibility as a technical expert combined with strong soft skills

• Proactive, structured, and solution-oriented mindset

• High level of ownership and accountability

note on location: candidates should reside in one of the countries Avaiapartner operates in (frequent in-office presence will enable the incumbent to integrate into the company culture)

no recruitment agencies please <<<