Category Coordinator Manager

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!

• Accountability Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.
• Collaboration Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.
• Care Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.
• Integrity Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.
• Excellence Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Elevate your career with a global aviation leader.

CHC Helicopter is seeking a dynamic Category Coordinator Manager to lead a high‑performing team responsible for optimizing component planning, procurement, and supplier performance across our fleet. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love solving complex operational challenges, and enjoy shaping processes that truly make a difference, this role is for you. This is a remote position based in Texas, USA or Richmond, BC Canada.

• Guide, mentor, and develop a team of planners and buyers.
• Support management through insightful reporting and KPI monitoring.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that streamline operations and enhance service quality.

• Build and maintain accurate demand and induction forecasts.
• Coordinate maintenance planning needs with internal teams and external partners.
• Ensure components are sourced, repaired, and delivered on time and within budget.

• Lead vendor meetings, track supplier performance, and negotiate to achieve the best outcomes.
• Work cross‑functionally with Customer Support, Maintenance Planning, Finance, Workshops, and Supply Chain teams.
• Maintain compliance with quality assurance requirements and company standards.

• Analyze cost drivers, repair trends, and reliability issues to recommend data‑driven improvements.
• Maintain pool stock levels, review scrap rates, and oversee component lifecycle decisions.
• Resolve invoicing discrepancies and ensure contract terms are met.

• Experienced — 3+ years in aviation component planning in CHC or similar environment
• Technically savvy — with a background in aviation or technical operations (preferred)
• Min 2 years people management experience
• Financially aware — able to understand asset management and cost impacts
• A strong communicator — skilled in negotiation, analysis, and stakeholder engagement
• A natural leader — confident, positive, self‑directed, and service‑oriented
• Proficient in MS Office and AMOS

• Opportunities to lead and innovate
• A collaborative, supportive environment
• The chance to impact safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction on a global scale

Be part of a team that keeps the world moving — safely, efficiently, and with excellence.