Commodity Manager Ground Segment

Airbus S.A.S.; Calderdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a dedicated Commodity Manager at its Portsmouth site to implement the Ground Segment commodity strategy and support all programme lines. You will lead market analysis, supplier relationships, and end‑to‑end sourcing activities within a multi‑functional team.

The role requires strong procurement expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive value and innovation across global supplier networks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and commodity management in aerospace/defense or high‑tech engineering.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage complex stakeholder networks.
• Strong analytical skills for global market analysis and risk assessment.
• Excellent communication for building long‑term supplier partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commodity strategy for Ground Segment assets (Antennas, Services, IT infrastructure/Software).
• Manage end‑to‑end sourcing activities (CFT, RFP) and contract management.
• Develop and monitor supplier performance, drive value‑creation projects and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with MFT/MDT teams to align procurement with policy and business goals.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Commodity management

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional leadership

Supplier relationship management

Market analysis

Job description

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must have or be able to obtain UK Eyes Only SC Security Clearance via the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) process., At our Airbus Defence and Space site in Portsmouth, the Ground Segment Procurement team is looking for a dedicated Commodity Manager to implement the Commodity Strategy for Ground Equipment supporting all Programme Lines.

In this role, you will act as the primary entry point for commodity management and play a crucial part in supporting the larger Multi-Functional Team (MFT) for Ground Segment Activities.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

As a leader in our procurement strategy, you will shape global sourcing initiatives and build partnerships that deliver value and innovation. In this role, you will:

• Contribute to the Multi-Functional/Multi-Disciplinary Teams (MFT/MDT) as the core entry point to the company for commodity products and services relating to Ground Segment (Antennas, Services and IT infrastructure / Software).
• Establish, implement, and continuously improve the overall commodity strategy in alignment with Airbus Procurement policies.
• Perform comprehensive market analysis (including global sourcing and offsets) to manage end-to-end sourcing activities (CFT, RFP) and contract management.
• Cultivate long‑term, strategic relationships with suppliers while actively monitoring and driving improvements in their performance.
• Identify and lead value‑creation projects to champion product and service innovation.
• Ensure robust risk management across the ground segment supply chain.

We are looking for a commercially minded professional with a strong background in strategic procurement and supplier relationship management. To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, and contract negotiation, ideally within aerospace, defense, or high‑tech engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and successfully manage complex internal and external stakeholder networks.
• A strong analytical mindset equipped to perform global market analysis, execute robust risk assessments, and drive value‑creation projects.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills to cultivate long‑term, strategic partnerships with global suppliers.

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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HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part‑time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .

LOCATION : Portsmouth or Stevenage (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)

TYPE: Full time

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more
• Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday. There are no core hours on Friday afternoons. Employees may use this flexibility at their discretion, provided they fulfil their contractual working hours and meet business needs (such as urgent deadlines or client requirements)
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi‑faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)