Aircraft Component Buyer

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We invite you to work at Airbus Atlantique, a new world-class champion, #2 in aerostructures, #1 in pilot seats, and in the Top 3 for Premium passenger seats. Our Airbus Atlantique site based in Mirabel is looking for its future Aircraft Component Buyer.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the purchasing supervisor, the aircraft component buyer ensures the management and optimization of local supplies (speedshop). They manage the entire purchasing cycle, from launching calls for tender and contract negotiation to tracking supplier performance (costs, delays, quality). In close collaboration with programs, headquarters (France), and internal departments (Finance, SCQM, Production), the aircraft component buyer ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and group processes, while controlling total cost of ownership (TCO) and risk management.

Your challenges:

Tenders & Negotiation

• Manage the complete consultation cycle (RFI/RFQ) with the qualified panel, using decision matrices;
• Conduct contractual negotiations (prices, deadlines, conditions) and present recommendations to the business units;
• Lead cross-functional teams throughout the awarding phases.

Performance & Contract Monitoring

• Drive NPI / MOD projects with programs, Airbus sites, and commodity buyers;
• Monitor contractual performance (OTD, OQD, costs, logistics) from the innovation phase to support;
• Manage contract renewals, invoice dispute resolution (with Finance), and savings tracking (savings and TCO).

Supplier Management (SRM) & Risks

• Keep the supplier panel up to date and verify their compliance (ISO, GDPR, USMCA, insurance);
• Identify and de-risk critical products in collaboration with SCQM, and escalate alerts as needed.

Governance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with group processes (R08), purchasing ethics, and limit off-contract purchases;
• Participate in business meetings to anticipate needs and propose contingency plans;
• Maintain weekly key performance indicators (KPIs) for management.

Your profile:

• College diploma or equivalent in commerce, business administration, procurement, or any other relevant discipline;
• Experience: Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the manufacturing sector in a similar role;
• Experience in the aerospace sector (an asset);
• Mastery of IT tools (Google Suite, SAP);
• Collaborative and communicative approach, ability to interact with different departments;
• Strong negotiation, contracting, and project management skills;
• Excellent command of spoken and written French and English, due to interactions with international suppliers and drafting contracts in English.

This work requires an awareness of all potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity. These values are the foundation of the company's success, reputation, and sustainable growth.

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This job requires a knowledge of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the basis for the company's success, reputation, and sustainable growth.