Overview
Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change? As a Supply Chain and Quality Manager you will form close working relationships with Airbus Engineering, Programme Management, Quality, FAL customers and sub-assembly fit-sites, as well as forming a close and professional working relationship with our suppliers. Airbus Procurement Operations is a dynamic, fast changing and exciting area of Airbus. It is often faced with many challenges in ensuring the production and delivery of aircraft is maintained on time and to the highest level of quality. Our department (PIEL) manages approximately 50 suppliers worldwide, delivering landing gear, fuel & inerting systems for installation on all Airbus commercial aircraft, and some fuel equipment installed on the A400M aircraft. The successful candidate will be accountable for the industrial maturity of a group of fuel system suppliers, enabling quick and strong growth in terms of leadership skills, stakeholder management and product knowledge. If you are willing to learn in an exciting, fast-paced & challenging department, travel worldwide to Airbus and suppliers facilities and have a strong problem solving mentality this is an opportunity not to be missed.
Responsibilities
* Act as focal point towards the suppliers for operational activities and contract management, and as ambassador of the supplier toward internal functions.
* Assess suppliers during the tendering phase and contribute to the selection decision.
* Manage supply chain & quality aspects of the contract, being responsible for On Time, On Quality (and on Cost when applicable) performance.
* Manage supplier quality Approval/Authorization, ensure that suppliers are compliant with certifications required in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
* English language at negotiation level, other languages would be an advantage
* Problem solving skills
* Project and stakeholder management
* Experience in either engineering, procurement operations, manufacturing, production and quality backgrounds
* Degree level qualification is desirable, but not essential, with an awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience in engineering, procurement operations, manufacturing, production and quality roles
* Strong problem solving, project and stakeholder management skills
* Willingness to travel worldwide to aircraft and supplier facilities
* Awareness of compliance risks and commitment to integrity
Benefits
* Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, shopping discounts and more
* Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working
* Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
* Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance, wellbeing benefits including online GP and mental health support, dental/eye care discounts, cycle-to-work, on-site canteen
* Family and Caregiving: Life assurance and enhanced paid leave for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
* Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room and Employee Resource Groups
Compliance & Contact
Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all and will never ask for monetary exchange during recruitment. If you encounter impersonation, report it to emsom@airbus.com. We support flexible working arrangements where possible to stimulate innovative thinking.
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