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

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)

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📌 Group GSE Manager (Castilla-La Mancha)
🏢 Aviapartner
📍 Castilla-La Mancha