Senior Technical Contracts Lead – Aviation Procurement

Showcify, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 2,203,000 - 3,305,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi seeks a Technical Contracts Lead – BFE to own the end-to-end sourcing and contracting for its high-value BFE products, including First Class & Business Class seats, IFE, In-Flight Connectivity, Lavs and Galleys.

You will develop contract negotiation strategies, lead negotiations with suppliers, and ensure governance with senior stakeholders across Etihad including CAMO, Legal, and Finance while optimizing Total Cost of Ownership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in procurement, category management or contracting roles.
• Aerospace/Aviation background strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication; able to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end sourcing and contracting for Etihad’s BFE portfolio.
• Develop contract negotiation strategy and lead supplier negotiations.
• Coordinate with Aircraft Programs, CAMO, Legal, Finance and senior leaders.
• Identify process improvements leveraging digital tools including AI, ML and RPA.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Executive liaison

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration, Engineering or related

Job description

Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi seeks a Technical Contracts Lead – BFE to own the end-to-end sourcing and contracting for its high-value BFE products, including First Class & Business Class seats, IFE, In-Flight Connectivity, Lavs and Galleys.

You will develop contract negotiation strategies, lead negotiations with suppliers, and ensure governance with senior stakeholders across Etihad including CAMO, Legal, and Finance while optimizing Total Cost of Ownership.