Do you have experience in the aerospace or other industrial sectors? Have you worked in procurement and/or supply chain, and are you looking to grow and develop new skills? This role is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft program is seeking its future Senior Cabin Buyer (m/f) to lead the strategic scope of our supplier Safran and the management of HOVs (Head of Version). Based in Mirabel, you will work within a dynamic local team, in daily synergy with Airbus procurement teams and in close collaboration with the Multi-Functional Teams (MFT) based in Mirabel, Toulouse, and Hamburg.

The team is structured to promote autonomous, cross-functional collaboration, where members support one another and learn collectively.

As a Senior Cabin Buyer, your primary role will be to orchestrate the development of new Heads of Version (HOV) for each A220 customer, from the launch of the configuration to the signing of financial agreements.

You will drive your supplier’s activities in close collaboration with internal multi-functional teams (Program, Finance, Engineering).

You will lead cross-functional strategic projects and take ownership of cost-reduction targets within your scope. As a primary point of contact, you will act as a key arbitrator to resolve commercial and contractual disputes.

Your challenges:

Serve as the single Cabin Procurement focal point for all topics and milestones related to Heads of Version (HOV).
Secure the A220 ramp-up by ensuring supply chain maturity within your scope.
Protect the program's financial performance by firmly containing prices and preventing cost increases.
Drive value by actively identifying and implementing new cost reduction (Cost Improvement) opportunities.
Drive contractual rigor, from the strict enforcement of agreements to the management and strategic analysis of supplier claims.
Ensure financial compliance through the reconciliation of contractual costs (discount clauses, OSS activities, etc.).
Work closely internationally by supporting A220 Program teams in consolidating the Operating Plan (OP) and Europe-based Finance teams in steering recurring cost (RC) forecasts per configuration.

In this role you will report to the A220 Cabin procurement manager, based in Mirabel.

Your working environment:

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is headquartered in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, where the vibrant city of Montreal is just a stone’s throw away. Known for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers a high quality of life for younger or experienced professionals and families, perfectly balancing career opportunities and outdoor activities that makes it a truly special place to call home.

How we care for you:

Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan and share purchase plan.
Work / Life Balance: A hybrid working policy, on-site cafeterias and a highly competitive holiday policy.
Wellbeing/Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Program, on-site Medical Service, public shuttle service between Montreal and Mirabel and carpooling application.
Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

At Airbus, we help you work, connect and collaborate more easily and more flexibly. Wherever possible, we promote flexibility in our ways of working to stimulate the spirit of innovation.

Your boarding pass:

At least 5 years experience in a Procurement and/or Commercial role
Effective negotiator with strong business acumen and proven contracts knowledge
Solid understanding of key financial indicators
Experienced in delivering cost reduction initiatives.
Excellent communication skills
Strong data analytics and -management skills including mastering / Google suite
Experienced in working in a multi-functional environment
Effective management of customer expectations and stakeholders.
Negotiation level in English. Other languages would be an asset
Autonomy, team spirit and solution driven.
Flexible and capacity to adapt to daily commercial and operational challenges

This role may involve some travels for business (worldwide).

Travel Required: Occasional travel within US & Europe

Occasional business travels will be expected; consequently you must be willing to travel accordingly.

Travel Required: <5% International.

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.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

This job requires an awareness of potential non-compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, this being the foundation of the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Legal unit:

Airbus Canada Limited Partnership

Contract type:

Permanent

Experience level:

Professional

Job family:

Purchasing, Supply, Orders <JF-SM-SP>

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At Airbus, we help you work, connect and collaborate more easily and more flexibly. Wherever possible, we encourage flexible working arrangements to foster innovative thinking.

About us

A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defence and Helicopters divisions, Airbus is Europe's largest aerospace company and a global leader.

Airbus has built on its strong European heritage to become truly international, with some 148,000 employees at 180 sites worldwide. The company has final assembly lines for aircraft and helicopters in Asia, Europe and the Americas.

In Canada, more than 4,500 people work at Airbus's and its subsidiaries' ten sites and offices, including more than 4,000 in Quebec.

Key production sites include the A220 commercial aircraft program headquarters and Airbus Atlantic Canada, both located in Mirabel, Quebec. Other Airbus sites and subsidiaries are located in Ontario - Airbus Helicopters Canada in Fort Erie and NAVBLUE in Waterloo - Nova Scotia and Quebec.

A member of the Airbus family for more than five years, the A220, designed and assembled in Quebec and renowned for its exceptional performance and versatility, has become a preferred choice for airlines.

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