Buyer - Business Services (long leave cover)

5325 Airbus Portugal SA; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Portugal SA in Lisbon is seeking a Buyer - Business Services (long leave cover) to onboard our GBS. You will apply your established procurement knowledge to support trans-national procurement strategies, acting as an extended member of the central Procurement function for Tactical Sourcing and Contract Management activities.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, tendering, legal contracting and SRM, plus knowledge of export controls and sustainability laws.

Qualifications

• Procurement background of 2–5 years or more in indirect/tactical sourcing
• Ability to work with moderate guidance and resolve problems using existing solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication in English; French/German a plus

Responsibilities

• Act as an extended member of the central Procurement function (Indirect) for Tactical Sourcing and Contract Management activities for the assigned scope.
• Manage or support the Call for Tender (CFT) and supplier selection process in a fair competition mode and according to Airbus Procurement processes.
• Support the drafting and negotiation of the relevant contracts/ generic terms and conditions with suppliers.
• On request, process standard NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) for various projects.
• Manage the annual release of applicable contractual requirements and documents lists (cARL, cADL) and launching actions in case of need.
• Ensure deliverables (goods/services) are in line with the contractual terms (cost, time, quality).
• Support long-term alignment of the preferred supplier base with the long-term trans-national and trans-divisional strategic needs of Airbus.
• Ensure and report achievement of saving targets in accordance with SLAs.
• Optimize bundling opportunities to leverage the buying power of the Group and contribute to local for global initiatives.
• Ensure regular two-way communication with strategic buyers in central Procurement commodities.
• Contribute to innovation and digitalization in the procurement process through the deployment of state-of-the art processes and tools.

Skills

Tendering

Negotiation

Contracting

SRM

Export Control

Sustainability laws

English fluency

French/German

Tools

Coupa

SAP

E-Proc

Airsupply

Google Suite

Job description

Job Description

We are now looking for a Buyer - Business Services (long leave cover) to onboard our GBS. Purpose/ Mission In this role, you will apply your established knowledge and experience within the procurement discipline to support trans-national procurement strategies. Your core mission is to act as an extended member of the central Procurement function for Tactical Sourcing and Contract Management activities. Operating with a moderate level of guidance, you will resolve operational problems using existing solutions and continuously build upon your knowledge of the organization while actively contributing to process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Act as an extended member of the central Procurement function (Indirect) for Tactical Sourcing and Contract Management activities for the assigned scope.
• Manage or support the Call for Tender (CFT) and supplier selection process in a fair competition mode and according to Airbus Procurement processes.
• Support the drafting and negotiation of the relevant contracts/ generic terms and conditions with suppliers.
• On request, process standard NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) for various projects.
• Manage the annual release of applicable contractual requirements and documents lists (cARL, cADL) and launching actions in case of need.
• Ensure deliverables (goods/services) are in line with the contractual terms (cost, time, quality).
• Support long-term alignment of the preferred supplier base with the long-term trans-national and trans-divisional strategic needs of Airbus.
• Ensure and report achievement of saving targets in accordance with SLAs.
• Optimize bundling opportunities to leverage the buying power of the Group and contribute to local for global initiatives.
• Ensure regular two-way communication with strategic buyers in central Procurement commodities.
• Contribute to innovation and digitalization in the procurement process through the deployment of state-of-the‑art processes and tools.

Requirements

• The jobholder should have a Procurement background of minimum 2 to 5 years and the potential to be developed in the core countries in the Procurement function.
• The ability to work effectively while receiving a moderate level of guidance rather than requiring strict supervision or having total independence.
• Demonstrated capability to resolve problems using existing solutions.
• A proactive approach to continuing to build knowledge of the organization.
• In terms of Hard skills, the jobholder will demonstrate a strong ability in Tendering process, Advanced negotiation, Legal/Contracting and SRM (supplier relationship management).
• He/she will bring good knowledge in Export Control and Sustainability laws and regulations.
• He/she will demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills, and will be fluent in English both written and verbal.
• French and/or German would be a plus.
• He/she will be easily adaptable to the Airbus E2E Procurement tools (Coupa suite, SAP, E-Proc and Airsupply) and will be used to Google suite.
• In terms of Soft skills, the jobholder will be "delivery" oriented with a strong focus on customers’ satisfaction.
• He/she will have a strong ability to convince and influence, communicate effectively.
• He/she will be a team player and will be comfortable with remote working.
• He/she will always act with integrity and equity in the supplier selection process, in full compliance with processes and regulations.
• A specific attention will be brought to the Ethics of the jobholder.
• In his/her role, he/she is engaging Airbus legally, financially and in terms of image.
• The jobholder may have to travel up to once a month to the core countries of Airbus (France, Germany, Spain and UK).

Your application

Candidates must submit their application exclusively in English.

Benefits - what's in it for you

• Diverse career opportunities within Airbus European core countries or in other regions around the world.
• A hybrid working model, allowing you to combine onsite and offsite work.
• A modern office, well connected to public transportation.
• A motivated and fun crew to grow and build and shape the AGBS together.
• An intense and exciting onboarding experience.
• 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.

Company

Company: Airbus Portugal SA Employment Type: Fixed term ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Sourcing, Buying and Ordering

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.

The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically‑advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel‑efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.