// Role Summary
Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a skilled Commodity Manager in Getafe (Madrid) to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, focusing on cost reduction, risk mitigation, and fostering strong supplier partnerships.
// Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement long-term category sourcing strategies.
- Manage and improve supplier relationships and performance.
- Lead complex negotiations for pricing and contractual terms.
- Analyze market intelligence to anticipate trends and volatility.
- Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure business continuity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, and Finance.
// Role Specification
Commodity Manager - Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commodity Manager to join Airbus Defence and Space in Getafe, Madrid. This role is crucial for orchestrating and executing end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned product categories or service groups.
Job Summary
The primary objective of this role is to drive total cost of ownership (TCO) reductions, mitigate supply chain risks, ensure uncompromising quality standards, and foster high-value strategic partnerships that align with the organization's long-term business goals.
RESPONSABILITIES
- Strategic Sourcing Roadmap: Develop and implement comprehensive, long-term category strategies that align with corporate financial and operational objectives.
- Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Identify, vet, and onboard best-in-class suppliers. Drive continuous improvement through rigorous Supplier Performance Management (SPM) and regular business reviews.
- Cost Optimization & Negotiation: Lead complex, high-stakes negotiations regarding pricing, contractual terms, and service level agreements (SLAs) to deliver measurable cost savings and value creation.
- Market Intelligence: Conduct deep-dive market analysis to anticipate price volatility, commodity trends, and macroeconomic shifts that could impact the supply base.
- Risk Mitigation & Resilience: Proactively identify potential supply chain disruptions and implement robust contingency plans to ensure business continuity and supply security.
- Multi Functional Team Leadership: Act as a strategic partner to Engineering, Quality, Finance, Programs and Operations to ensure the business needs are fulfilled and integrated into the sourcing strategy.
SKILLS:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Proven track record in strategic category management, global sourcing, and complex contract negotiation.
- Analytical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in data-driven decision-making, and advanced analytical tools.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
BENEFITS:
At Airbus, we are focused on our employees' welfare and offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Vacation days and additional days-off throughout the year.
- Attractive salary.
- Hybrid working model where possible, promoting work-life balance.
- Collective transport service at select sites.
- Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
- On-site facilities including a free canteen, kindergarten, and medical office.
- Opportunity to collaborate in social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
- Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.
- Special rates on products and benefits.
About Airbus:
Airbus is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products, services, and solutions. We are pioneering sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. With approximately 130,000 employees, Airbus is Europe's largest aeronautics and space company and a worldwide leader at the forefront of the aviation industry.
We support flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking and foster collaboration. This job requires an awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity.
Airbus is committed to workforce diversity and an inclusive working environment, welcoming all applications irrespective of background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. We are committed to equal opportunities and will never ask for monetary exchange during the recruitment process.