Strategic Buyer in Composites Procurement Leader of New Generation Technologies

Descripción de puesto: An opportunity for a Strategic Procurement Manager - Next Generation Composites has arisen within Airbus Operations , Getafe (Madrid) . The selected candidate will join the PMBC (Composites Strategic Procurement) Team, which is in charge of leading the Multi-Functional Team (MFT) for composite materials across the entire Airbus Group through the Procurement Synergy Group (PSG) . This team works in a highly transnational, cross-functional, and cross-divisional environment, collaborating closely with R&T, Engineering, Manufacturing, SC&Q, and major suppliers to define, develop, and secure the next generation of composite technologies that will directly impact future aircraft platforms and business decisions . RESPONSIBILITIES The main tasks of the jobholder will be : - Lead the creation and execution of the Composites Procurement Strategy (including Key Principles, Implementation Strategy, and Planning) in alignment with the Next Gen Programme Strategy . - Coordinate the overall Procurement involvement for Next Generation Composite Materials, leading the Call for Tender activities and managing functional, cross-divisional teams . - Establish and maintain the contractual framework for new composite developments (NDAs, Cooperation, and Research Agreements) with external suppliers . - Monitor and secure suppliers’ involvement, performance, and adherence to Programme milestones, planning, and material deliveries for trials . - Ensure Procurement's contribution to material trade-offs (evaluating cost, industrial capability, and sovereignty) and drive Risk & Opportunity Management . - Consolidate inputs and deliver presentations to higher management at key decision-making forums and Programme gates . SKILLS Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to knowing you : - Education: Degree in Engineering, Science (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, etc.), or Business Administration . - Experience: Proven experience in Procurement, managing international suppliers, key contracts, and competitive bidding processes . - Soft Skills: Functional leadership, excellent negotiation, communication, and coordination skills, with a high ability to structure complex data and work in a transnational networking mode . - Languages: Advanced / Fluent level in English (C1/C2) . - Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of procurement frameworks, risk management, and strategic sourcing processes . - Valuable / Nice to have: Knowledge of materials (specially composite technologies) and Project Management methodology will be highly valued . WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AN AIRBUS EMPLOYEE? At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits : - 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 . Este puesto requiere identificar los posibles riesgos que supone el incumplimiento, además de compromiso para actuar con integridad, ya que esta es la base del éxito, la reputación y el crecimiento sostenido de la Empresa. Empresa: Airbus Operations SL Tipo de contrato: Contrato indefinido ------- Nivel de experiencia: Profesional Familia de puestos: Subcontratación, adquisiciones y demanda Al enviar su CV o solicitud, otorga su consentimiento a Airbus para que use o almacene información sobre usted a efectos de supervisión relacionados con su solicitud o futuro empleo. Únicamente Airbus usará dicha información. Airbus está comprometido con lograr una plantilla laboral diversa y crear un entorno laboral inclusivo. Celebramos todas las solicitudes, independientemente del bagaje cultural y social, o la edad, el género, las discapacidades, la orientación sexual o las creencias religiosas. Airbus está, y siempre ha estado, comprometido con la igualdad de oportunidades para todos. Como tal, nunca pediremos ningún tipo de cambio monetario en el marco de un proceso de contratación. Cualquier suplantación de la identidad de Airbus para hacerlo debe ser comunicada a emsom@airbus.com . En Airbus, apoyamos trabajar y colaborar de forma mas ágil y flexible. Siempre que sea posible, se promoverán condiciones de trabajo flexibles e innovadoras.