Product Owner - Material Planning
Swiss AviationSoftware is a 100% subsidiary of Lufthansa Technik, and along with our partners in the Digital Tech Ops Ecosystem, leads the digital transformation of the aviation industry in technical asset operation. As the developer of the world's leading software AMOS, Swiss-AS manages successfully maintenance, engineering and logistics requirements of modern airlines. To strengthen our position at the forefront of this global market, we are looking for dedicated employees who would like to work in a fascinating international environment with more than 200 customers worldwide.
About the role
We are looking for a Product Owner to drive the evolution of our material planning and inventory optimization capabilities within our MRO software platform. As a key member of our Product Management team, the Product Owner operates in a matrix organization, partnering closely with a software development team and its Development Team Lead. In this role, the Product Owner shapes product direction and is responsible for defining, prioritizing, and maintaining the product backlog to support our business objectives.
Our top 3 selection criteria:
Product Backlog Ownership experience
Strong Communication & Collaboration experience
Material Planning & Inventory Expertise
Tasks
Define the product vision and roadmap for our material planning and inventory optimization modules
Own and prioritize the product backlog, translating business processes into clear user stories and requirements.
Work closely with engineering, UX, and business experts to deliver high-quality features.
Validate delivered features and drive continuous improvement through user feedback and product metrics.
Collaborate with airlines, MROs, and CAMO organizations to understand operational needs.
Skills
Strong understanding of supply chain, inventory, and material optimization processes
Solid mathematical foundation with a practical understanding of optimization and forecasting models and algorithms
Ability to translate complex technical and operational processes into clear product requirements.
Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.
Nice to Have
Master’s degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Supply Chain Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
Familiarity with forecasting techniques and machine learning concepts.
Familiarity with aviation regulatory frameworks (EASA / FAA).
Experience with complex ERP or MRO platforms such as SAP, IFS, or AMOS.
Experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager in enterprise software, ideally in the supply chain field.
Experience working in Agile delivery environments and collaborating within Scrum teams.
Why Join Us
Build the next generation of aviation MRO software.
Work with aviation experts and modern engineering teams.
Collaborative, agile environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Hybrid work setup with 40% working from home.
Flexible working hours (flex time model)
Flight and travel discount
Excellent working conditions in pleasant surroundings
Highly appealing pension fund scheme/retirement savings plan
An international work environment with people from around the globe
Workplace & Culture
This is the environment where your meaningful work impacts our customers, our communities and everyone who experiences AMOS. You develop technical skills, increase your knowledge about aviation and new technologies, meet different cultures, and always be yourself. Your work significantly impacts people's lives, technically and as human beings, and contributes to the formation of our future. In addition, you can be part of a fantastic multicultural and international team with a family spirit. We love to travel, laugh, work, be creative, play sports, and, last but not least, do our best work together.
- Department
- Product Management
- Locations
- Basel
Basel
What makes us different?
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A welcoming and international workplace
Join an open, collaborative environment where motivated colleagues support one another and share ideas. Our international team brings together people from around the world, giving you the opportunity to work across cultures and contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes.
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Modern offices designed for people
Enjoy excellent working conditions in our new HORTUS office. Designed with sustainability and wellbeing in mind, the space features energy-efficient infrastructure, green surroundings, and thoughtfully designed work areas that encourage collaboration and innovation.
Ergonomic furniture, lounge areas, terraces, free of charge coffee bar and on-site gym create a comfortable and inspiring environment.
Parking is available in-house or nearby at discounted rates, and a public swimming pool and shopping facilities are also within easy reach.
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Flexibility and work-life balance
Our flexible working hours and home office options help you organise your work around your life.
You can also take part in activities such as squash, football and ice skating, with selected activities supported by the company.
We offer up to 18 weeks of maternity leave and 20 days of paternity leave, both with full pay.
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Travel, mobility and financial benefits
Benefit from a range of attractive employee offers, including:
- An annual TNW U-Abo (job ticket for public transport)
- Discounts on fleet vehicles
- SWISS staff travel and Family and Friends flight offers
- Special rates for hotels and rental cars
- Preferential credit card and banking conditions
- Attractive conditions for supplementary Swiss health insurance
Employees also receive preferential conditions from selected mobile and connectivity providers.
Workplace & Culture
At Swiss-AS, your work has a direct impact on our customers and the people who rely on AMOS every day. You can deepen your technical skills, expand your aviation knowledge and explore new technologies while working with colleagues from different cultures and professional backgrounds.
We value individuality, collaboration and an open exchange of ideas. Our international team combines strong expertise with a friendly, down-to-earth culture where people support one another and enjoy working together.
Beyond our daily work, we connect through travel, team events, sport and shared interests. What brings us together is a commitment to doing high-quality work and achieving the best possible results as a team.
“The strong team spirit is clearly visible, and I enjoy the multicultural atmosphere. I also value the challenges of working at the intersection of aviation and IT.” Jeanne has worked at Swiss-AS since 2016.
About Swiss AviationSoftware
For more than three decades, Swiss AviationSoftware has developed, marketed and delivered AMOS, a leading software solution for aircraft maintenance, engineering and logistics.
Our industry experience, strong focus on quality and safety, and close collaboration with our customers guide everything we do. Together, we continue to develop AMOS to meet the changing needs of airlines and MRO providers worldwide.