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Airbus Operations in Bremen is looking for a Lead Supply Chain Quality Manager (LSCQM) with the special role Supply Chain Quality Sub‑MFT Representative. As the LSCQM you will be a core member of the Procurement team within this Market Segment (also called MFT). You are the Supply Chain Quality Representative to the sub‑MFT Flap & Flap Support Structure which are parts of the wing of an aircraft.

This is a strategic cross‑program and cross‑supplier position. Reporting directly to the Head of Wing Movables you will act as functional leader to the operational LSCQMs and Supply Chain Quality Managers (team size: 10–15) to ensure the long‑term health and performance of the entire sub‑MFT. You will participate in the monthly Sub‑MFT and represent the Head of Wing Movables in that multi‑functional environment.

Your role operates with a high degree of autonomy, leading strategic initiatives and orchestrating the sub‑MFT’s success by focusing on proactive management and forward‑looking strategy.

Bremen is a charming city full of history in the northwest of Germany. It is one of the country’s greenest cities and offers wonderful sights, rich culture, an urban flair and culinary delights. It is also a great place for seaside lovers, being located just an hour’s drive from the North Sea coast.

• Attractive salary and special payments
• 30 days paid vacation
• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international group‑wide development prospects
• Special benefits: employer‑funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, transportation subsidy, employee benefits at cooperating companies
• On‑site facilities: kindergarten close to the site, medical officer for check‑ups and other health‑related services, canteen and cafeteria
• Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part‑time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout)
• Working in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities where every voice is heard

• Supplier Performance Management: synthesizing performance data from all suppliers to create a holistic view of the sub‑MFT’s health, identifying overall trends, risks and opportunities
• Quality Management & Incident Response: leading the high‑level response to major cross‑supplier incidents
• Leading strategic cross‑supplier and cross‑program initiatives & RFPs; validating Call for Tender inputs and providing the final Supply Chain & Quality (SCQ) rating for supplier selection
• Long‑term supplier development; defining Supplier Quality Improvement Plans (SQIPs) across the sub‑MFT
• Strategic definition, planning and reporting of audits and assessments at the sub‑MFT level; consulting on execution to ensure strategic goals are met
• Synthesizing rate management data from all suppliers to identify overarching risks and opportunities; addressing complex issues with the team managing the supplier ramp‑up at supplier level
• Risk & Operations Management: assessing overall sub‑MFT risks and opportunities to ensure the supply base is resilient and prepared for challenges
• Sub‑MFT team internal governance: collaborating with the other two functional team leaders to align ways of working and set up team governance

• Degree in Engineering or similar discipline with technical expertise
• Strong understanding of supply chain and quality management principles, including industrial processes and de‑risking methodologies
• Proven leadership skills & strategic mindset
• Problem‑solving expertise in managing high‑level cross‑supplier incidents and implementing systemic corrective actions
• Excellent communication skills – acting as a bridge between operational and strategic teams
• English fluent; German and French are a plus
• Ability to travel
• Solid background in the relevant product group (Aerostructure) is desirable
• Knowledge of metallic & composites manufacturing technologies (also from other sectors) is a plus

Company: Airbus Operations GmbH

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Supplier Management

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