Job Description

We are looking for a Material Planner to manage and coordinate material flow for jet engine repairs at our rapidly expanding international company, GA Telesis Engine Services Oy (GATES), located at Helsinki-Vantaa International Airport.
In this role, you will work closely with our Customer Support, Logistics, and Purchasing teams, ensuring seamless material availability for jet engine overhauls and repairs. Your responsibilities will include managing inventory levels, addressing material delays, developing contingency plans, optimizing inventory utilization, and contributing to continuous improvements across the supply chain You will become part of the Procurement team of 10 experienced material planners and purchasers who work together to solve complex challenges in a dynamic environment.

While this is primarily an office-based position, we value a hands-on mindset and a proactive approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving, including a willingness to visit the shop floor to investigate material-related issues, and identify opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.
Your technical background or previous experience in similar roles, coupled with a deep understanding of supply chain management concepts and proactive attitude, will make you the ideal fit. Fluency in reading manufacturers' technical manuals is a definite plus.

This is a full-time, permanent position. At GATES, we believe that close collaboration and teamwork are essential to our success. For this reason, we work primarily on-site, where our teams can collaborate effectively and support one another in a fast-paced operational environment.

Your responsibilities:

Plan parts to be installed to engine.
Proactively manage and monitor inventory levels
Issue purchase requisitions and oversee inventory purchasing
Execute configuration control
Monitor and improve supply chain in co-operation with purchasing team

What you need to succeed:

Technical education or relevant work experience
Ability to handle large complex datasets in a structured manner
Strong written and verbal English skills; Finnish language skills are a bonus
Knowledge of material planning and/or purchasing process
Proactive mindset and ability to exercise independent judgment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Flexibility to adjust working hours occasionally to meet business needs
Willingness to make quick and thoughtful decisions that benefit the business
A keen eye for detail

We offer:

Positive and supportive work environment
Development and training opportunities
Diverse well-being benefits (cultural and sports passes, on-site gym, recreational activities)
Comprehensive occupational healthcare services

Apply through the company homepage https://www.gatelesis.com/career-opportunities/ no later than 31.7.2026.

In your cover letter, provide salary expectations and highlight a significant achievement from your previous roles.

For further information, reach out to Juuso Aho, Material Planning and Purchasing Manager, at +358 40 640 2210 or via email jaho@gatelesis.com during working hours from 9-16.

About us:
For more information about us, check our company video https://www.youtube.com/watch-v=YI8nf0soh-Q
GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES) is a full-service engine overhaul and repair station located at the Helsinki International Airport in Vantaa. GATES provides comprehensive commercial engine services including repair and overhaul services for General Electric and CFM International engines. GATES has been approved by more aviation authorities than any other company in Finland. The facility operates out of a 16 000 m2 building that houses an integrated test cell and back shop capabilities. Additionally, GATES has a Logistics center located in Vantaa, Aviapolis. GATES started in 2013 and currently has over 300 employees.
GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES) is a subsidiary of GA Telesis. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, GA Telesis is one of the world’s largest commercial aerospace firms. GA Telesis operates sales, leasing, distribution, and maintenance facilities in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Finland, Turkey and China and offers the highest quality aircraft, engines, components, maintenance and solution-based services.

About GA Telesis

GA Telesis, a global leader in aerospace solutions, is renowned for its unmatched excellence in aftermarket services and lifecycle management. The GA Telesis Ecosystem™ is a vast global network spanning 54 locations in 30 countries on six continents. The company’s integrated solutions include parts and distribution services, logistics solutions, inventory management, leasing and financing, engine overhaul, and MRO services. The Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) divisions encompass component repair, integrated avionics, mechanical systems, composite repair, and landing gear repair.

GA Telesis is committed to sustainability through innovative sustainability initiatives and advanced technologies, including digital transformation, and using advanced materials. The company’s aerospace systems and connected aircraft technologies drive efficiency and performance, while its MRO network and 24/7 AOG support provide unparalleled reliability.

Experience the difference with the GA Telesis global footprint where innovation, sustainability, and customer success converge.

Industry

Aviation & Aerospace

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Year Founded

2002

Website

gatelesis.com

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