Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager (m/w/d) - Defence Sector

Shape the Future of Defence Logistics in Kiel!

Are you a highly experienced ILS Manager with a deep background in the defence industry? Do you possess fluent German and a passion for strategic logistics planning? We're seeking a proactive and skilled professional to join our growing team at our location in Kiel, Germany!

Your Mission: Driving Excellence in Defence ILS

As our ILS Manager, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring our complex defence projects are supported flawlessly throughout their life cycle. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic ILS Planning: Developing comprehensive logistics concepts and guidelines, including ILS management plans, obsolescence management, and robust maintenance strategies.
• Offer & Work Package Leadership: Coordinating and preparing winning internal and external offers and work packages for ILS, adhering strictly to process and guidelines.
• Requirements & Contractor Management: Analysing intricate customer requirements, leading requirements planning, and expertly coordinating contractors.
• Proactive Stakeholder Engagement: Managing seamless communication with contractors and actively collaborating with our valued customers.
• Strategic Support: Contributing to vital strategic planning within Technical Logistic Support (TLS).

What You Bring to the Team:

• Defence ILS Expertise: Proven experience in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) within the defence sector is essential.
• Technical / Logistics Qualification: A completed degree in a technical or logistics field, or comparable qualification (e.g., technician).
• ILS Standards Mastery: In-depth knowledge of relevant ILS regulations and standards (e.g., S3000L, MIL-STD-1388-2B).
• Leadership & Coordination Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage, coordinate, and delegate complex work packages effectively.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent German and excellent English language skills (both written and spoken) are a must.
• Independent & Reliable: A structured, independent working style with a strong sense of responsibility and excellent teamwork abilities.

Why Join Us? Your Future Here

We're not just offering a job; we're offering a career with a supportive and innovative engineering partner in the aerospace, automotive, and defence sectors. You'll enjoy:

• Challenging Projects: Engage in innovative, sustainable, and truly impactful projects.
• Secure & Rewarding Role: A permanent position with competitive, performance-related remuneration.
• Work-Life Balance: Up to 30 days of vacation and flexible working hours.
• Flexible Working: Opportunities for (partial) mobile working, depending on your activity.
• Growth & Development: Diverse training opportunities and a commitment to your professional growth.
• Positive Culture: A family-like atmosphere with open communication and exciting team events.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Digital business processes and a company pension scheme.

About Us

We are a trusted engineering partner, building on principles of trust, integrity, and respect. Our success stems from our motivated and committed employees, and we are dedicated to creating a comfortable and empowering work environment where individual achievements are recognised, initiative is encouraged, and continuous development is a cornerstone. Join us in shaping innovative, technological, and future-oriented solutions for our customers.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an ambitious ILS Manager with a passion for defence and the required expertise, we want to hear from you!

Apply Today!

Job Type: Permanent Employee, Full-time Location: Kiel, Germany (New Office)