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AirbusHerndon, VA, US
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Category Buyer

Airbus is looking for a Category Buyer to join our Procurement Team based in Mobile, AL or Herndon, VA.

The Category Buyer is responsible for setting up procurement activities for several products / services, packages / suppliers, securing the contractual framework of suppliers with the Company and providing the best purchasing conditions for the Company. The Category Buyer drives the operational compliance to the General Procurement Process and Global strategies supporting the alignment between divisions. The Category Buyer is accountable for and contributes to cross-divisional general procurement activities ensuring due process and bundling opportunities are realized.

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.

Nearby on 'Airbus Way' you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus' strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How we care for you :

  • 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.
  • 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 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.

Your challenges :

  • Drive compliance to Airbus General Procurement and related processes through robust communication with internal customers.
  • Drive Sourcing Projects (Call for Tenders)
  • Lead Commodity Multi Divisional Teams in RFP / RFI Process for assigned commodities. Values of projects will vary, but generally around $1,000,000 per event. Some RFP / RFI values may be well over $1,000,000 in certain cases.
  • Develop procurement plans and identify opportunities within assigned commodities which support savings program targets at Airbus Americas. Escalate blockages to Director of General Procurement or Regional Director, as needed.
  • Manage the relationship with internal business partners across multiple Airbus divisions to achieve target levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Responsible for all Operational and Regional Sourcing activities with focus on an assigned commodity.
  • Report savings to the Shared Services organization in a timely way through the standard mechanisms.
  • Expert experience in procurement tools (i.e. SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, etc.) is preferred.
  • We would like someone in this role who knows about facilities management services so they can contract the work out.
  • You will also need to understand the supplier's performance - if there are issues, you may need to get involved.
  • Your boarding pass :

  • Required : Bachelor's in Business
  • 5-8 years of experience
  • Required : PMP, Procurement Process Knowledge
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Contract Management
  • You must be a team player who understands that the customer comes first, always.
  • Experience in setting up a procurement strategy, in the area of responsibility building and construction category.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Vision : Daily able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
  • Hearing : Daily able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the 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 : Rarely able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs / 14kgs.
  • Lifting : Rarely able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs / 14kgs.
  • Pushing / Pulling : Rarely able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
  • Sitting : Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.
  • Squatting / Kneeling : Rarely able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
  • Standing : Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.
  • Walking : Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
  • Appropriate hearing / eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.
  • Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

    Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

    This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

    Company : Airbus Americas, Inc.

    Employment Type : US - Direct Hire

    Experience Level : Professional

    Remote Type : Flexible

    Job Family : Sourcing, Buying and Ordering

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