Head of Engineering Commercial & Contracts

A career without limits

As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role:

Head of Engineering Commercial & Contracts British Airways Engineering relies on a complex network of suppliers, partners and service providers to support the maintenance of our fleet. The agreements behind those relationships are worth hundreds of millions of pounds and play an important part in ensuring we can maintain, repair and support aircraft safely and efficiently.

As Head of Engineering Commercial & Contracts, you'll lead the commercial strategy and contract management activity across a significant portfolio spanning engineering services, maintenance agreements, materials, logistics and supplier partnerships. You'll lead major negotiations, strengthen key relationships and help identify opportunities that deliver value for the business.

This is an opportunity to take on a highly influential leadership role, working with senior stakeholders across Engineering, Finance, Legal and Procurement while leading a team responsible for some of the most important commercial relationships within British Airways Engineering.

What You'll DoLead the Engineering commercial, contract, supplier and vendor management strategy.

Negotiate and manage major supplier, customer and service agreements.

Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers and partners.

Ensure commercial value, supplier performance and risk are effectively managed throughout contract life cycles.

Support the growth of Engineering's third-party commercial activities and services.

Partner with Engineering, Finance, Legal, Procurement and Operations teams.

Lead, develop and coach a team of commercial and contract management professionals.

What You'll Bring Strong commercial judgement and negotiation skills.

Experience managing complex supplier and customer relationships.

The ability to balance commercial opportunities with risk management.

Confidence influencing senior stakeholders and leading complex discussions.

A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong relationships across multiple business areas.

Experience developing capable, accountable teams.

Qualifications / Experience Significant senior-level experience in commercial, contract, supplier or vendor management within a complex operational environment - essential

Proven experience managing high-value contracts, commercial negotiations and supplier relationships.

Strong understanding of engineering, maintenance, MRO, supply chain or regulated aviation environments - essential

Experience setting commercial governance, pricing frameworks, performance measures and risk controls.

Track record of leading teams, building capability and influencing senior stakeholders.

Relevant degree, professional qualification or equivalent experience in commercial, legal, procurement, engineering, business or related discipline.

What we offer:

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