Head of Supply Chain

Location: Bingen

## Head of Supply Chain Apply locations:
Bingen, WAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 8 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
May 16, 2026 (9 days left to apply) job requisition :
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**** The Head of Supply Chain is a strategic role that will have the responsibility to implement, develop and scale the entire supply chain in a fast-growing and innovative environment. This leader will be the architect of a resilient, scalable, and compliant supply base secured through robust contracts and reliable partnerships, fully aligned with the Airbus Group strategy and policy. They will be accountable for developing and diversifying sourcing as well as managing supplier performance to guarantee cost, on time and on quality deliveries from our supply chain.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Strategic procurement and sourcing: 35%
● Define and implement sourcing strategies (make-or-buy, dual sourcing, localization, etc.)
● Select, onboard, and contract key suppliers
● Lead commercial negotiations (cost, lead times, MOQs, terms & conditions)
● Drive cost reduction initiatives (should-cost analysis, value engineering, design-to-cost)
● Identify and mitigate supply risks (single sourcing, dependencies, geopolitical exposure)
● Develop and implement mitigation plans (dual sourcing, safety stock, redesign)
● Lead supplier-related crisis management in coordination with Operations
● Partner closely with the Head of Industrialization to define and execute the make or buy strategy
● Align sourcing strategies with product roadmaps and industrial ramp-ups
● Align sourcing strategy and supply chain activities with Airbus group global strategy and policies
● Foster a culture of excellence, process and data driven and continuous improvement across the organization
2. Supplier Management and performance: 35%
● Establish and monitor supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality, lead time, flexibility)
● Drive supplier development and improvement plans
● Manage strategic and critical suppliers
● Lead supplier audits in coordination with Quality
3. Bids and Contract Management: 25%
● Secures raw materials and products, negotiates contracts and manages supplier relationships
● Maintains required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production
● Identifies and qualifies new suppliers
4. Team leadership and management 5%
● Lead a multidisciplinary team of strategic and operational buyers
● Foster a culture of excellence, process and data driven and continuous improvement across the organization
● Set clear objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and development plans for the team
● Actively contribute to key cross-functional routines (S&OP / demand reviews, NPI reviews, Shortage and escalation meetings)
● Set up and structure processes and policy that will drive supply chain and sourcing activities and lead deployment and adherence of key processes into the organization.

Qualified Experience and Training:

Education:

Required:

● Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience

Preferred:
● MS in engineering or MBA

Experience:

Required:

● Minimum of ten (10) years experience in procurement, supply chain, or materials management
● Minimum of ten (10) years experience in contract management and negotiation:
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
● Minimum of ten (10) years leadership building or scaling supply chain functions
● Minimum of ten (10) years' experience in complex hardware industries (aerospace, drones, automotive)
● Minimum of five (5) years' experience leading and mentoring a team
● Minimum of five (5) years of SAP experience Preferred
● Background and experience in aerospace industry
● Costpoint ERP and Power BI experience
● Knowledge of FAR/DFAR contracting rules

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