An opportunity for a Combat Program Supply Manager has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space , Getafe (Madrid). This role is responsible for the overall Supply Chain Management within combat programs, ensuring efficient and strategic procurement and supplier relationships.
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute bid management activities for combat program supply contracts, including proposal preparation and negotiation strategy development.
- Manage the end-to-end supply chain for assigned combat programs, ensuring on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and quality compliance.
- Develop and implement strategic procurement plans, identifying and onboarding key suppliers for combat program components and services.
- Cultivate and maintain strong supplier relationships through effective supplier management, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
- Drive negotiation processes with suppliers to secure favorable terms, conditions, and pricing agreements.
- Oversee program and project management aspects related to supply chain activities within combat programs.




- Facilitate transnational management and leadership, coordinating with international stakeholders and teams to optimize integral supply chains.
- Communicate effectively across internal departments and with external partners, ensuring clear understanding of supply chain requirements and progress.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks specific to combat programs, developing contingency plans as needed.

Skills
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred); alternative degrees will be considered.
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Bid Management, preferably within a defense or aerospace context.
- Exceptional Interpersonal and Communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders.
- Demonstrated expertise in Negotiation strategies and execution.
- Ability to operate effectively within a Transnational Management & Leadership framework.
- Languages: Fluent in English a

📌 Combat Program Supply Manager (Getafe)
🏢 Airbus Defence And Space
📍 Getafe