BROOKE MURDERS
Temecula,CA
Summary
Supply Chain and Repair Operations leader with 6+ years of experience in aerospace MRO environments, specializing in building and scaling supply chain functions from the ground up. Proven track record of doubling repair throughput, reducing component lead times by up to 90 days, and delivering $1.1M in cost avoidance through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations. Experienced in AOG support, obsolescence management, and data-driven operational improvements in high-tempo, mission-critical environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Repair Manager
Metrea
11.2024 - Current
- Led supply chain execution within a heavy MRO and aerospace startup environment, supporting rapid operational scale-up while maintaining cost, schedule, and airworthiness priorities
- Doubled repair throughput year-over-year while limiting spend growth to +29% through optimized supplier utilization and repair pipeline management
- Managed 189+ component repairs during a 6-month international site stand-up, ensuring material availability and on-time aircraft return-to-service
- Negotiated firm fixed pricing on an obsolete brake program, generating $1.1M in savings and establishing a long-term supply solution
- Directed end-to-end obsolescence management for aging aircraft platforms, identifying at-risk components and implementing sourcing strategies including alternate suppliers, OEM engagement, and engineering-driven solutions
- Established and managed fleet-wide component pool sizes, balancing inventory investment with operational risk in a dynamic MRO environment
- Built and maintained strategic supplier partnerships to improve transparency, reduce disruptions, and enable proactive issue resolution across global repair networks
- Reduced component lead times by up to 90 days through targeted supplier engagement, process improvements, and repair pipeline optimization
- Led supply chain response during AOG events, expediting critical materials, coordinating alternate solutions, and ensuring rapid return-to-service timelines
- Conducted supplier site visits to evaluate capacity constraints, identify bottlenecks, and align support with operational demand in heavy maintenance programs
- Leveraged repair pipeline and supplier capacity data to drive on-time delivery improvements and turnaround time reductions
- Interpreted technical orders and maintenance documentation to support cross-functional decision-making with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams
- Supported enterprise ERP implementation (e.g., AMOS), improving material tracking, data visibility, and operational efficiency across MRO activities
- Analyzed equipment failures to determine root causes and implemented corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce repeat discrepancies
- Managed departmental budgets and repair spend, ensuring strong cost control and adherence in a high-growth environment
- Negotiated vendor contracts to secure cost-effective material procurement while maintaining quality and compliance standards
Aerospace Logistics Supervisor
Metrea Strategic Mobility
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Led a team of 4 overseeing procurement, repair orders, and AOG support operations across the fleet
- Managed supplier performance and mitigated delivery risks to minimize aircraft downtime and maintain operational readiness
- Oversaw import/export compliance and end-to-end logistics execution
- Drove process improvements that enhanced team efficiency, workflow consistency, and execution reliability
Aerospace Logistics Specialist / Buyer
Metrea Strategic Mobility
10.2020 - 01.2024
- Played a key role in building the organization’s supply chain function from the ground up, establishing processes, supplier relationships, and operational structure.
- Partnered with engineering to identify high-failure components and optimize inventory levels to support fleet reliability while controlling cost.
- Sourced specialized and obsolete components, developing creative procurement strategies in constrained supply environments.
- Supported implementation of a maintenance information system, improving visibility into scheduled work and planning processes.
- Analyzed usage trends and demand data to enhance forecasting accuracy and proactively address material shortfalls.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering, A.S
MSJC
Menifee, CA06-2028
Skills
- Maintenance planning
- Pneumatic systems
- Spare parts management
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Logistics software proficiency
- Trade and logistics expertise
- Global logistics distribution
- Preventive Maintenance
- Inventory monitoring
- Cross-border logistics coordination
SYSTEMS & TOOLS
- Maintenance Systems: AMOS
- ERP Systems: Quickbooks, Microsoft Dynamics
- Data & Reporting: Excel
Timeline
Aerospace Repair Manager
Metrea
11.2024 - Current
Aerospace Logistics Supervisor
Metrea Strategic Mobility
01.2024 - 11.2024
Aerospace Logistics Specialist / Buyer
Metrea Strategic Mobility
10.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Engineering, A.S
MSJC