Job Summary

The primary interface with the nominated Supplier(s) and responsible for the relationship between the supplier and Airbus. Be fully responsible for managing the purchase phase of the supply chain core process and deliver hardware to projects on time, to cost and fulfilling all performance and quality requirements.

Presence on site at the supplier's to build open and trustful relationship with their employees and management.

Provide support to all aspects of the Supply Chain process for hardware and participate in schedule and cost improvement initiatives within Airbus and with suppliers

More a project management role. Work with suppliers to get

Job Profile

OQOT delivery of hardware from suppliers
Day-to-day contact with the supplier and management of contract implementation (multi-project, international); timely and accurate reporting to PSMs; facilitate appropriate technical interaction between project (MSC/MPC) and supplier
Acquiring in-depth knowledge of supplier leading to effective control and improvement of the supplier
Identifying risks and proposing/agreeing and ensuring implementation of mitigating actions
Completion of annual supplier evaluation (with appropriate support)
Local follow-up/support to development plans (defined by SDM)
Escalation at the supplier or within Airbus as relevant

Skills/Experience Required

Essential -

A least 5 years of experience in activities which have allowed you to acquire sound skills and knowledge of: Procurement / Engineering / Quality/ Manufacturing
Strong communication skills including active listening and empathy
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to persuade, influence and convince
Excellent skills in relationship building, team building, empowering, motivating others and conflict management

Desirable -

Degree in Engineering, Business Management or equivalent (HNC or equivalent procurement level)
Background in Aerospace, preferably Space industry
Ability to anticipate, assess and mitigate risks
Procurement IT tool knowledge would be a benefit (SAP experience)
Negotiation level of English

Target Industries -

Space

Aerospace

Communications

Motorsport

High Tech Manufacturing

Automotive

Working Pattern

Monday to Friday days

Travel

Occasional travel to other UK and overseas sites

Extension

Probable extension after initial contract duration

Base of Work

This role will be working on site full time - free parking is provided for this role, Option for flexible working 3 days on site 2 days WFH.

Reason for vacancy

Workload

Interview Process

One stage interview - virtual

One stage interview - on site

Guidant Global (Airbus) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.