Strategic Buyer in Composites Procurement Leader of New Generation Technologies

Hace 5 días

Getafe, Madrid, España Airbus Group Jornada completa
Overview

In this role you will lead the procurement strategy for next-generation composite materials within a cross-functional Airbus team. You will coordinate cross-divisional efforts, drive tender activities, and establish contractual frameworks with external suppliers. Your work will secure supplier performance, manage risks, and support material trade-offs for ambitious programs. This is a strategic, collaborative role with a strong impact on future aircraft platforms and supplier ecosystems.

Compensaciones / Beneficios
  • Vacation days plus additional days-off
  • Attractive salary
  • Hybrid model of working
  • Life insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Employee stock options
Responsabilidades
  • Lead creation and execution of the Composites Procurement Strategy aligned with the Next Gen Programme Strategy
  • Coordinate Procurement involvement for Next Generation Composite Materials and oversee Call for Tender activities with cross-divisional teams
  • Establish and maintain contractual frameworks (NDAs, Cooperation, and Research Agreements) with external suppliers
  • Monitor supplier involvement, performance, and adherence to milestones, planning, and material deliveries for trials
  • Contribute to material trade-offs by evaluating cost, industrial capability, and sovereignty; drive Risk & Opportunity Management
  • Consolidate inputs and present to higher management at key decision-making forums and Programme gates
Requisitos principales
  • Degree in Engineering, Science (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, etc.), or Business Administration
  • Proven experience in Procurement with international suppliers, key contracts, and competitive bidding
  • Functional leadership, excellent negotiation, communication, and coordination skills
  • Advanced/Fluent English (C1/C2)
  • Strong understanding of procurement frameworks, risk management, and strategic sourcing processes
  • Functional leadership
  • Negotiation
  • Communication
  • Procurement frameworks
  • Risk management
  • Strategic sourcing processes