Strategic Buyer in Composites Procurement Leader of New Generation Technologies

Job Description:

An opportunity for a Strategic Procurement Manager - Next Generation Composites has arisen within Airbus Operations, Getafe (Madrid).

The selected candidate will join the PMBC (Composites Strategic Procurement) Team, which is in charge of leading the Multi-Functional Team (MFT) for composite materials across the entire Airbus Group through the Procurement Synergy Group (PSG). This team works in a highly transnational, cross-functional, and cross-divisional environment, collaborating closely with R&T, Engineering, Manufacturing, SC&Q, and major suppliers to define, develop, and secure the next generation of composite technologies that will directly impact future aircraft platforms and business decisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The main tasks of the jobholder will be:

• Lead the creation and execution of the Composites Procurement Strategy (including Key Principles, Implementation Strategy, and Planning) in alignment with the Next Gen Programme Strategy.

• Coordinate the overall Procurement involvement for Next Generation Composite Materials, leading the Call for Tender activities and managing functional, cross-divisional teams.

• Establish and maintain the contractual framework for new composite developments (NDAs, Cooperation, and Research Agreements) with external suppliers.

• Monitor and secure suppliers’ involvement, performance, and adherence to Programme milestones, planning, and material deliveries for trials.

• Ensure Procurement's contribution to material trade-offs (evaluating cost, industrial capability, and sovereignty) and drive Risk & Opportunity Management.

• Consolidate inputs and deliver presentations to higher management at key decision-making forums and Programme gates.

SKILLS

Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to knowing you:

• Education: Degree in Engineering, Science (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, etc.), or Business Administration.

• Experience: Proven experience in Procurement, managing international suppliers, key contracts, and competitive bidding processes.

• Soft Skills: Functional leadership, excellent negotiation, communication, and coordination skills, with a high ability to structure complex data and work in a transnational networking mode.

• Languages: Advanced / Fluent level in English (C1/C2).

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of procurement frameworks, risk management, and strategic sourcing processes.

• Valuable / Nice to have: Knowledge of materials (specially composite technologies) and Project Management methodology will be highly valued.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AN AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

• Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.

• Attractive salary.

• Hybrid model of working when possible.

• Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.

• Benefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.

• On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.

• Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.

• Option to access special rates in products & benefits.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus Operations SL

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Sourcing, Buying and Ordering

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