Job Description:
An opportunity for a Strategic Commodity Manager (Communications Systems) has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).
The selected candidate will join the Communications Commodity Team within the TAOP (Procurement, Supply Chain, and Logistics) organization. This position manages systems procurement for all ADS platforms, including UAS and FCAS, providing a unique and wide vision of current and future business. You will develop structural relationships with well-established worldwide suppliers (such as Honeywell, Thales Aerospace Communications) and lead Multifunctional Teams (MFT) with members from Engineering, Finance, PMO, and Quality. It is an exciting time to join a transnational, digital, and highly impactful procurement team that maximizes synergies to continuously improve and deliver results.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The main tasks of the jobholder will be:
- Establish, implement, and monitor a robust Commodity strategy for your perimeter, ensuring a deep understanding of the market, cost drivers, integral pricing, and technology evolution.
- Lead and coordinate the Sub-Commodity Multi-Functional Team (MFT) to safeguard successful management, secure lines, and enable value-for-money proposals.
- Manage supplier relationships, risk assessments, supplier financial analysis, and supplier-related development programs (such as SED and Vendor Management).
- Drive to conclusion bids, tenders, and supplier selection processes, including making or buying business cases.
- Lead negotiations and set up contractual agreements with suppliers, covering both existing contract management and new long-term contracts to meet program expectations.
- Contribute to Procurement and Value Creation projects aimed at delivering synergies, cost savings, and fostering innovation.
SKILLS
Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply We are looking forward to knowing you:
- Education: Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or an equivalent
📌 Communications Commodity Manager (Getafe)
🏢 Airbus
📍 Getafe