Job Description
An opportunity for a Supply Chain & Conformance Specialist has arisen within Airbus Operations, Illescas (Toledo). The selected candidate will join the Airframe Supply & Conformance Management Team, focusing on the Cargo Door perimeter for the A350 Freighter program. Our mission is to lead and coordinate end-to-end local supply chain and logistics operations—ranging from supplier ordering, inventory management, and parameterization to receiving quality and shop-floor conformance. Acting as a key interface within a multifunctional plant environment, you will drive supplier accountability, prevent production disruptions, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to ensure high-standard program execution.
RESPONSIBILITIESSteer end-to-end ordering and inventory management in SAP SPA, handling purchase orders (POs), forecasting, part parameterization, and stock coverage to secure production supply.
Establish and drive the Supply Chain Control Tower, conducting root-cause analyses on delays, disruptions, and missing parts to implement proactive operational action plans.
Act as the local Conformance & Procurement focal point, attending daily SQCDP meetings, participating in multifunctional plant teams, and managing receiving quality controls (inspections, purges, FAI, and concessions).
Lead supplier quality and issue resolution, driving Practical Problem Solving (PPS), containment plans, and 8D reports to systematically identify and correct root causes.
Manage escalations and plant events (SARI/IRAG), preparing robust business cases with manufacturing stakeholders when long-term actions, operational investments, or supplier recovery plans are needed.
Challenge and monitor vendor performance, auditing supplier execution, optimizing service level agreements (lead times, buffers, logistics),



and managing New Product Introductions (NPI) and process changes.
SKILLSWe are looking forward to knowing you:

Education:
Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Experience:
Proven experience in supply chain operations, supplier management, procurement execution, or plant quality/conformance within industrial or aerospace environments.
Technical Knowledge: Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (specifically SAP / SPA for PO creation, parameterization, and inventory management) and mastery of quality tools/methodologies (8D, PPS, FAI, root-cause analysis).
Soft

Skills:
Assertive communication, strong negotiation capabilities, high operational rigor, and the ability to challenge suppliers and collaborate cross-functionally under high-demand environments.
Languages: Advanced / Negotiation level in English (C1/C2) and fluent in Spanish.
Valuable / Nice to have: Previous experience within aerostructures manufacturing or aerostructures programs (such as A350).
WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.
Attractive salary.
Hybrid model of working when possible.
Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.
Benefits such as life insurance, 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.
Option to access special rates in products & benefits.
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 Operations SL Employment Type: Permanent ------
- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Supplier ManagementAirbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster versátil working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.
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📌 Supplier Officer (Illescas)
🏢 2916 Airbus Operations
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