AIRBUS

Project Supply Manager | PAZ-2 | Earth Observation & Science Spanish Programmes

Getafe Area Full time

Job Description:

Looking for the next challenge and seeking to have an impact at Airbus in the #NextSpace age?

We have an exciting opportunity as Project Supply Manager (PSM) for EOS Spanish Programmes (PAZ-2), based in Getafe site, serving the Earth Observation, Science and Exploration (EOSX) Business Line and to strengthen the EOSX Programme Procurement team (TSPOP).

In the role of PSM you will be the Procurement direct interface to the Project/Program and be responsible for the procurement of all needs for the project by executing and delivering the “Industrial and Procurement Plan”. You are responsible to manage, represent and orchestrate the Procurement organisation towards the EOSX Programmes.

You will be instrumental in running  firm Projects securing external supplier deliveries and de-risking the MAIT Phase of our satellite missions and platforms, as well as in Early Phases (Phase A/B1) and Bid preparation (B2/C/D Bids) by securing compliant, reliable and competitive offers.

Your main tasks will be to:

  • Lead and orchestrate all sourcing from suppliers towards seleceted Projects and Bids according to sourcing strategies & project constraints

  • Ensure On-Time, On-Cost and On-Quality deliveries from suppliers by mitigating risks and managing deviations in close collaboration with Project Management, Engineering, AIT/Production and all Procurement roles (Commodity, Supply Chain, Supplier Development, Contracts, …)

  • Maintain and consolidate Project dedicated dashboards and KPIs reporting on Subcontractor performance, namely Risks & Opportunities, Schedule, Cost, Cashout, On-Quality metrics, and Change Management

  • Consolidate and drive adherence to project EAC's in the procurement domain, monitor cost evolution and drive respective mitigation plans/resource planning

  • Secure competitive, reliable and compliant supplier offers in support of Bids: schedule, cost, technical and industrial maturity

  • Driving and consolidating within Procurement cost brochures for Bids detailing Procurement and Supply Management commitments

  • Support management meetings with Customer chain (Agencies, Govs, …), and support Subcontractor escalation meetings and/or supplier negotiations

  • Ensure that Procurement processes are correctly and systematically applied, as well as deviations configured

  • Be a driving force to operationalise and continuously improve the procurement of goods and services to EOS Project teams

Skills and Qualifications

  • Degree level in Engineering, Business Management or equivalent

  • Several years of experience in Procurement, and/or Project Management, and/or Engineering in the space industry (or comparable business sector). Business/Commercial or Industrial/Production Engineering experience is a plus

  • Extensive experience of working in a project environment

  • Knowledge of working with space industry standards and Best Practices would be a plus

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

  • Ability to lead, drive and inspire others

  • Entrepreneurial mindset and positive attitude

  • Experience of working in an international/multi-cultural environment

  • Negotiation level in English is required, Spanish is of advantage

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS 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, promoting the work-life balance.

  • Collective transport service in some sites.

  • Benefits such as 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.

  • Special rates in products & benefits.

If you want to make a difference, be at the forefront of our EOSX Projects and further develop your career in leadership, business ops and project management, this is the job for you!

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 Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Sourcing, Buying and Ordering

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