Strategic Buyer in Composites Procurement Leader of New Generation Technologies
Core
Lead the creation and execution of the Composites Procurement Strategy for next-generation composite materials across the Airbus Group, defining and securing technologies for future aircraft platforms.
Role type
Strategic Procurement Manager (Next Generation Composites)
Builds
Next generation composite materials and technologies for future aircraft platforms
Domain
Aerospace / Advanced Materials (Composites)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, international supplier management, contract negotiation, tender management, risk management, cost evaluation, industrial capability assessment, program milestone tracking, cross-functional team leadership
Preferred skills
Knowledge of composite materials, Project Management methodology
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead the creation and execution of the Composites Procurement Strategy; Coordinate overall procurement involvement and lead Call for Tender activities; Establish and maintain contractual frameworks with external suppliers; Monitor and secure supplier performance and adherence to program milestones; Ensure procurement contribution to material trade-offs and drive Risk & Opportunity Management; Consolidate inputs and deliver presentations to higher management at key decision-making forums
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
