Group Transformation Lead

About Us
We are part of International Airlines Group (IAG), one of the world's leading airline groups and owner of some of the biggest brands in the sky. IAG Transform provides creative and innovative solutions to drive sustainable transformation by delivering procurement and airline services, as well as group-wide systems across IAG. Each operating company benefits from the Transform centralised model, driving efficiencies, automation, and economies of scale.

Purpose of the roleWe are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Procurement Transformation Lead to lead the end-to-end strategic sourcing process within IAG Transform. Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end sourcing process and the implementation of category strategy in relation to ground handling services. Working with stakeholders (inside and outside of Group Procurement) to standardise/simplify specifications, define sourcing strategy, analyse RFP outputs, negotiate commercial terms and contract agreement drafting. You will provide coverage to all sourcing processes globally within the category with key objectives being savings, cash improvement, transaction automation, e-sourcing, supply base rationalisation, risk mitigation, and ensuring contractual coverage.

Your responsibilitiesImplement category plan strategy as defined by Head of Category and Category Leads by leading the end-to-end sourcing process.

Negotiate with suppliers on all commercial terms (including remote and in-person negotiations).
Draft agreements using IAG Transform contractual templates or supplier contracts (with support from the IAG Transform legal team).
Work with stakeholders and the Procurement team to prepare RFP specs and structure, agree suppliers, milestones and evaluation criteria.

Provide guidelines/methodology to Procurement team for RFP analysis.

Develop and manage defined communication channel(s) and/or stakeholder groups (within and outside of Group Procurement).
Provide governance and decision-making related to external spend with the supply base.

Lead specification simplification and alignment activities across all group companies.

Provide commercial innovation to internal stakeholders through interaction with the supply base.

Work seamlessly with other functions within the Procurement Operations Centre team (POC) to manage the entire sourcing process; Supplier Intelligence, the Procurement team and Planning.

Work with suppliers to grow and develop supplier markets.

Maintain regular contact with customers and other stakeholders.

Your skills, experience and qualificationsProven negotiation record in a multinational environmentExperience in legal contract draftingStrong aptitude and knowledge across the full commodity lifecycle and awareness of market trends and suppliersStrong business and financial acumen with the ability to evaluate, analyse and solve problemsAbility to influence, align diverse views and gain consensus, providing clarity and direction on what is to be achieved and breaking down barriers that get in the way of effective team workingAbility to prioritise, maintain clear focus and provide direction in constant ambiguity and change, using knowledge, judgment, resilience and courage to resolve conflicting priorities and manage crisesAbility to operate effectively in an environment with tight deadlines finite resources and uncertaintyCommitment to service excellence and process improvementLanguage

skills:
English & Spanish (essential); French & German (optional)Willingness to travel and work in a multi-site and multi-location environmentCurious and analytically mindedComfortable operating in ambiguity and changeCollaborative, pragmatic and solutions-focusedPassionate about culture, engagement and employee experienceValues-driven and inclusive in approachWhat

we offer
The chance to enjoy a challenging career in an exciting, fast-moving environment in a dynamic industry.

The opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with great offices in many locations.

We support our people in maintaining work/life balance, as well as providing the many benefits one would expect from a global organisation, including health insurance, pension and performance bonuses.

We are an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by lawIAG Transform is a part of International Airlines Group (IAG). IAG is one of the world's largest airline groups with 600+ aircraft carrying more than 122 million customers to 260 destinations across 91 countries each year. IAG brings together leading airline brands Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Level, Vueling.

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