A220 Competitiveness & Business Improvement Manager Procurement (m/f)

Airbus; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Annual bonus

Group insurance

Pension plan

Share purchase plan

Upskilling opportunities

Job summary

Airbus is seeking a Competitiveness Manager for the A220 Programme to join the Procurement team in Mirabel, QC. You will monitor competitiveness for equipment and systems, work with the European and Canadian teams, and drive projects affecting purchasing efficiency.

The role requires strong procurement experience, stakeholder management, and English negotiation skills, with some travel (<5%). A hybrid work policy is in place and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Business experience is essential, although applicants with good Procurement and/or technical experience may qualify.
• Knowledge of the Procurement process is welcomed.
• Experience in working in a multi-functional environment.
• Experience in stakeholder management and influencing internal customers.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Commercial / Contract / Finance knowledge is required.
• Negotiation level in English; other languages would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage A220 competitiveness roadmap, achievements and interaction with the Program.
• Drive Financial Performance (Cross programmes) with Equipment & Systems Commodities and with Ho A220 Equipment & Systems and Procurement E&S competitiveness European manager.
• Drive short & long term competitiveness follow-up.
• Coordinate/animate Procurement Equipment & Systems network to prepare dossiers for validation, updating strategy and competitiveness forum.
• Interface with A220 Program competitiveness and other internal stakeholders for coordination.
• Monitor progress on Commercial negotiations and competitiveness projects with interface with A220 Program Competitiveness.
• Interface with BiM network in Europe and PEY team.
• Facilitate implementation of new processes and tools (Export Control, Ethics & Compliance, Quality Management Systems).
• Sustainability: interface with Airbus Canada & PE.
• Ensure Claim tracker for A220 is up to date and aligned with buyers, MFT and Business improvement Manager.
• Organize Program & Procurement business review.

Skills

Procurement

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication

Tools

Contract management

Finance knowledge

Job description

Do you have experience in aeronautics, have you worked in Procurement and would you like to progress and develop new skills? Then this job is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is looking for a competitiveness manager (f/m) to join our Procurement team based in Mirabel (Québec, Canada), where you will work jointly with the Airbus Procurement team based in Toulouse, Hamburg & Filton.

You will be part of the Equipment & Systems Procurement team responsible for the A220 Competitiveness in close collaboration with the team based in Europe and in Canada.

The team organization is established to promote cross-collaboration autonomously, supporting each other and learning collectively.

Your role as Competitiveness Manager will be responsible for monitoring the overall competitiveness of the A220 for equipment and systems, will work closely with the A220 Equipment and Systems Procurement Manager and all stakeholders in Canada and in Europe. You will also be responsible for managing a number of projects impacting the overall purchasing convenience.

Your working environment:

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is headquartered in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, where the vibrant city of Montreal is just a stone’s throw away. Known for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers a high quality of life for younger or experienced professionals and families, perfectly balancing career opportunities and outdoor activities that makes it a truly special place to call home.

How we care for you:

• Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan and share purchase plan.
• Work / Life Balance: A hybrid working policy, on-site cafeterias and a highly competitive holiday policy.
• Wellbeing/Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Program, on-site Medical Service, free shuttle service between Montreal and Mirabel and carpooling application.
• Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

Your challenges:

• Manage A220 competitiveness roadmap, achievements and interaction with the Program
• Drive Financial Performance (Cross programmes) in close cooperation with Equipment & Systems Commodities and along with Ho A220 Equipment & Systems and Procurement E&S competitiveness european manager
• Drive short & long term competitiveness follow-up
• Coordinate / animate Procurement Equipment & Systems (PE) network to prepare dossier for validation (Inflow Board, Business Review Committee), updating strategy and preparation of competitiveness forum
• Interface with A220 Program competitiveness and other internal stakeholders to ensure good coordination
• Monitor progress on Commercial negotiations, competitiveness projects (Request For Proposal, Design to Cost,...) with strong interface with A220 Program Competitiveness
• Interface with BiM network in Europe and PEY team
• Facilitate the implementation of new Process (eg: Export Control, Ethic & Compliance,...) & tools (eg: Quality Management Systems,...)
• Sustainability: interface with Airbus Canada & PE
• Ensure Claim tracker for A220 is up to date and align on regular basis with buyers, MFT and Business improvement Manager
• Contracts : Secure contracts up to date in term of amendment and properly store in eProc
• ARM: Risks & Opps follow-up for A220 E&S
• Organize Program & Procurement business review

In this role you will report to the Ho A220 Procurement Equipment and Systems.

Your boarding pass:

• Business experience is essential, although applicants with good Procurement and/ or technical experience
• Knowledge of the Procurement process are also welcomed
• Experience in working in a multi-functional environment
• Experience in stakeholder management and influencing internal customers
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Commercial / Contract / Finance knowledge is required
• Negotiation level in English, other languages would be an asset

This role may involve some occasional travels for business within US & Europe, consequently you must be willing to travel accordingly. Travel Required: <5% International.

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.

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