The Aircraft Piece Part Procurement and Planning in Madrid is a specialized training course designed for aviation professionals seeking to master procurement strategies and inventory management for aircraft components.
From:
09-02-2026
From:
05-10-2026
Course Overview
Effective procurement and planning of aircraft piece parts are essential for maintaining fleet availability, minimizing downtime, and controlling costs. This Aircraft Piece Part Procurement and Planning Training Course equips participants with strategies for sourcing, vendor management, inventory control, and regulatory compliance.
Participants will explore procurement planning techniques, demand forecasting, parts traceability, and risk management in aviation supply chains. The course also addresses counterfeit part prevention, cost optimization, and the integration of procurement with maintenance planning.
By combining regulatory insights with practical procurement and planning methods, participants will gain the expertise to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations.
Course Benefits
Understand regulatory and compliance requirements in part procurement.
Learn procurement planning and forecasting techniques.
Strengthen vendor evaluation and supplier management skills.
Prevent counterfeit and non-compliant parts in procurement.
Optimize inventory and reduce procurement costs.
Course Objectives
Apply best practices in aircraft piece part procurement.
Develop effective demand forecasting and planning methods.
Manage supplier performance and build strong partnerships.
Ensure compliance with FAA, EASA, and CAA standards.
Integrate procurement planning with MRO operations.
Implement risk management strategies in supply chains.
Enhance cost-effectiveness and operational readiness.
Training Methodology
The course combines instructor-led lectures, procurement case studies, group discussions, and simulation exercises on supplier evaluation and parts planning.
Target Audience
Aviation procurement and supply chain professionals.
MRO managers and logistics planners.
Airline materials and inventory management staff.
Quality assurance and compliance officers.
Target Competencies
Aviation procurement planning.
Supplier evaluation and performance monitoring.
Regulatory compliance and traceability.
Inventory optimization and cost control.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Aircraft Piece Part Procurement
The role of piece part procurement in aviation.
Regulatory frameworks (FAA, EASA, CAA).
Procurement workflows and approval processes.
Procurement’s impact on maintenance operations.
Unit 2: Supplier Evaluation and Vendor Management
Criteria for selecting and approving suppliers.
Supplier audits and performance monitoring.
Contract negotiations and service-level agreements.
Building long-term supplier partnerships.
Unit 3: Procurement Planning and Forecasting
Demand forecasting methods.
Procurement planning cycles and lead times.
Integrating planning with MRO schedules.
Case studies in procurement planning.
Unit 4: Compliance and Quality Assurance in Procurement
Traceability and certification requirements.
Preventing counterfeit and non-compliant parts.
Quality assurance checks and audits.
Documentation and record-keeping standards.
Unit 5: Inventory and Cost Optimization
Inventory control strategies and stock management.
Just-in-time procurement in aviation.
Balancing cost and availability.
Continuous improvement in procurement efficiency.
Ready to optimize your aviation procurement and planning strategy?
Join the Aircraft Piece Part Procurement and Planning Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and build expertise in sourcing and managing aviation parts efficiently and compliantly.
The Aircraft Piece Part Procurement and Planning Training Courses in Madrid offer professionals a detailed and practical understanding of the sourcing, acquisition, and lifecycle management processes essential for supporting efficient aviation operations. Designed for procurement specialists, supply chain professionals, maintenance planners, inventory managers, and aviation operations leaders, these programs focus on the strategic and operational activities required to ensure the timely availability of aircraft parts while maintaining compliance, cost efficiency, and operational reliability. Participants gain the knowledge and tools necessary to optimize procurement workflows within complex aviation supply chains.
The courses explore core concepts of aircraft piece part procurement, including demand forecasting, supplier evaluation, order management, contract negotiation, and inventory planning. Participants learn how part classifications, lead times, airworthiness requirements, and maintenance schedules influence procurement decisions. Through case studies, data-driven exercises, and scenario-based planning workshops, attendees practice developing procurement strategies, coordinating with maintenance teams, analyzing part usage trends, and managing vendor relationships to support continuous fleet readiness.
These aviation procurement and planning training programs in Madrid emphasize the importance of integrating supply chain visibility, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance into procurement operations. Participants examine best practices for managing critical components, minimizing shortages, optimizing safety stock, and ensuring traceability throughout the lifecycle of aircraft parts. The curriculum also highlights emerging technologies—such as digital inventory systems, automated procurement tools, and predictive analytics—that enhance decision-making, cost control, and planning accuracy.
Attending these training courses in Madrid provides an internationally oriented learning environment enriched by expert instructors and a diverse network of aviation professionals. The city’s robust aviation training sector supports meaningful discussions on global supply chain challenges, innovative procurement models, and evolving industry expectations. Upon completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to manage aircraft part procurement and planning effectively—enhancing operational efficiency, reducing downtime, and ensuring continuous support for safe and reliable aviation operations.