Project Buyer

Job Description

Airbus Commercial is looking for a Project Buyer (Contract) to join our Procurement team in Mobile, AL.

In this role you will be responsible for maintaining full visibility of the required contractual data, spend data, and schedule of ongoing tendering projects to support the activities of General Procurement in North America. This role includes supporting Sr/Category Buyers who are managing Multi-Functional Teams, 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 be responsible for the acquisition of goods and/or services. They will follow and model Airbus approach on deliveries and contractual terms and conditions.

The Procurement team's mission is to acquire indirect goods and services for Airbus commercial aircraft and helicopters, playing a major role in generating value and contributing to the overall competitiveness of the company. Our team members ensure on-time delivery and on-quality of equipment and systems, drawing on their expertise in Industrial, Operations & Quality Management, and strong relationship building skills to problem-solve and proactively mitigate supply chain issues.

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.

• Financial Rewards:
  Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Work/Life Balance:
  Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare:
  Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Individual Development:
  Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

• Facilitate general procurement transactions to fill business needs and provide internal customers with goods and services in compliance with the General Procurement procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure full compliance of contract storage & data availability in the applicable tools (SAP, Click & Source & Click n Buy) for Category Buyers to prepare for MFT's more efficiently and Buyers to align operational ordering with contract scope.
• Preparation of spend data analysis available for preparation of tendering projects, contract amendment negotiations, and MFT preparation.
• Responsible for creation and negotiation of contract terms and conditions and communicated with all stakeholders.
• Drive compliance to Airbus General Procurement and related processes through robust communication with internal customers.
• Resolve general procurement process blockages and recommend solutions to operational and contractual problems.
• Maintain cooperative relationships and engage with them in strategic and transactional activities to improve vendor relationships and increase customer satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or a related field or a combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of additional functions including finance, operations, negotiations and communications.
• Knowledge of Business Case Analysis & Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Approach.

10% Domestic and International

Authorized to work in the US

• Onsite: 60% Remote 40%
• Vision:
  Daily able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
• Hearing:
  Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
• Speaking:
  Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
• Equipment Operation:
  Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
• Carrying:
  Several times a week able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Lifting:
  Several times a week able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Pushing/Pulling:
  Several times a week able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment…