(M/F) Buyer Connectivity and Antenna Telecom Satellite Payload

Job Description Procurement is looking for new colleagues! A vacancy has arisen in the lines of our Buyers within the commodity Connectivity and Antenna Telecom Payload Procurement, which is a vital part in the procurement and supply chain community for all Space business units, giving you a unique wide vision of our current and future business. You will work developing structural relationships with well‑established worldwide suppliers and managing complex work packages, executing the procurement strategy for these commodities, including managing Call for Tenders, securing long‑term contracts, conducting supplier analysis, risk assessment and claim management. You will actively contribute to the Multifunctional Teams – MFT of your domain, collaborating with Engineering, Supply Chain, Services, Finance, PMO, Quality and other functions, to safeguard the successful application of sub‑commodity strategies, securing our lines and enabling value for money proposals. With your work, you will contribute to the profitability of our company and to the expansion of our successful projects and related services, which is a vital part of Airbus Defence and Space growth strategy. Tasks and Responsibilities Execute the commodity strategy for your perimeter Manage supplier relationships involved in the commodity Contribute to the commodity multi‑functional team Lead call for tenders and negotiations with suppliers to assure program expectations are met Drive to conclusion bids, tenders and supplier selection processes Contribute to procurement/value creation projects & initiatives that aim at delivering synergies and savings Set up, negotiate & manage contractual agreements with suppliers, including negotiations for exiting contracts & negotiation of new supplier contracts Contribute to supplier evaluation development (SED) and vendor management & define action plans to develop strategic suppliers Contribute to value creation projects and support innovation, including digitalization Requirements Degree in Engineering, Business Management or equivalent At least 2 years of experience in activities that have allowed you to acquire sound skills and knowledge of procurement, engineering, service and project management Experience in antennas and space RF communications will be a valuable asset Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to persuade, influence and convince Experience of working in a matrix environment with proven record of successful stakeholder management Able to anticipate, assess and mitigate risks Excellent skills in relationship building, team building, empowering, motivating others and conflict management Negotiation level of English required; French knowledge would be a valuable asset International experience would be a valuable asset Knowledge of SAP and IT tools linked to AI would be an asset Additional Information Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited Employment Type: Permanent Experience Level: Entry Level Job Family: Sourcing, Buying and Ordering Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Any impersonation of Airbus to request a monetary exchange should be reported to View email address on click.appcast.io. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ultimate.ai