Project Buyer (Contract-Long Term)

Airbus; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Americas, Inc. in Mobile, Alabama seeks a Project Buyer (Contract) to manage tendering projects, ensure visibility of contractual and spend data, and drive the transition from tendering to operational ordering with Buyers and internal customers.

The ideal candidate has five+ years in procurement, strong project management, and a BA/Engineering degree. Fluency in English is required; multinational, team leadership and negotiation skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of procurement experience with an increasingly higher level of authority and accountability.
• Involvement in some fashion with the procurement organisation may be able to be considered “years of experience” on a case-by-case basis.
• Project management skills.
• Knowledge of additional functions including: finance, operations, negotiation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a participant and leader on a work-focused team.
• Experience working in a manufacturing organisation or a similar quality-focused manufacturing organisation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Transactions (35%)
• Drive Sourcing Projects (Call for Tenders) (35%)
• Team Leadership (10%)
• Procurement & Process Tools Expert (10%)
• Additional Responsibilities (10%):

Skills

Procurement experience

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Team leadership

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

PM/Purchasing/Supply Chain certifications desirable

Fluency in English; French/German/Spanish desirable

Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Job description

Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at [e-mail]

• Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
• Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English)
• Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación (Spanish)

Job Description:

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Project Buyer (Contract) to join our North America General Procurement (GP) organization based in Mobile, AL.

Within the framework of the consolidated North America General Procurement (GP) organization, the Project Buyer (Contract) is responsible for maintaining full visibility of the required contractual data, spend data, and schedule of on-going tendering projects to support the activities of General Procurement in North Americas.. This role includes supporting Sr/Category Buyers who are managing Multi Functional teams (MFT’s), drum beating the various tendering project schedules, and assuring visibility and escalation of potential risks to achieving schedule and savings targets. The Project Buyer will also help facilitate the transition from tendering projects into operational ordering with the Buyers and Internal Customers.

Meet the Team:

You will be part of a team that works in the field of propulsion, energy and aircraft systems, draws up preliminary technical specifications, analyzes concepts and technologies developed by external partners, evaluates their integration and associated benefits at the complete aircraft level, with the aim of improving the company’s future products.

Your Working Environment:

The Engineering Center in Mobile, Alabama houses hundreds of Airbus engineers who assist in the design and development of Airbus commercial aircraft cabins, including aftermarket upgrades, reconfigurations and services of all product types across the globe.

The Project Buyer will also be responsible for the acquisition of goods and/or services. They will follow and model Airbus approach on deliveries and contractual terms and conditions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Procurement Transactions (35%)
• Drive Sourcing Projects (Call for Tenders) (35%)
• Team Leadership (10%)
• Procurement & Process Tools Expert (10%)
• Additional Responsibilities (10%):

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements (Skills needed):

• Five or more years of procurement experience with an increasingly higher level of authority and accountability.
• Involvement in some fashion with the procurement organisation may be able to be considered “years of experience” on a case-by-case basis.
• Project management skills.
• Knowledge of additional functions including: finance, operations, negotiation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a participant and leader on a work-focused team.
• Experience working in a manufacturing organisation or a similar quality-focused manufacturing organisation is highly desirable.

Education/Special Qualifications (schooling, certifications):

• A Bachelors’ degree in Business or Engineering or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project Management, Purchasing, or Supply Chain Certifications are desirable
• Fluency in English sufficient to fully engage in negotiations. Fluency in French, German or Spanish is highly desirable.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

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:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

Agency / Temporary

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Sourcing, Buying and Ordering

Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location in which the company has facilities. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. This assignment description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
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 [e-mail].