Assistant Manager Cabin Interiors Procurement

Role Introduction

Reports to: Cabin Interiors Procurement Manager

The role is part of a global team in our Procurement and Aircraft Trading (APD) department who are dedicated to creating strong partnerships which help us understand the cost drivers and remove non-value adding cost, creating brand value through a compliant, ethical and sustainable manner that balances business needs and corporate responsibility.

As the Assistant Manager Catering and Lounges Procurement, you will be responsible for improving the productivity and value of the category by collaborating with client departments to manage third party expenditure through demand management, category planning and supply relationship management expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of the Cabin Interiors category procurement strategy to actively manage costs and deliver value in product acquisition campaigns and maintenance / support services.
• Conduct market analysis to identify Passenger Experience and supply market trends which may have positive or negative impacts on the company, develop new strategies to effectively leverage or mitigate these.
• Support engagement with business unit stakeholders, constructively challenge specifications and manage business unit demand.
• Develop existing and new relationships with key suppliers in the category through differentiated engagement strategies.
• Lead/support sourcing process including proposal evaluations, commercial and contract negotiations through business award. Subsequently support delivery programs on commercial and contractual items.
• Drive innovation in the category in terms of sourcing approaches and leverage the introduction of new technology to streamline and improve in-category processes.
• Actively contributes to developing a high-performance culture and standards among Procurement and Aircraft Trading (APD) community.

Requirements

• Procurement and Category Management experience is essential.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and basic contract law.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Ability to inspire, and build trust and respect among business unit stakeholders and the APD community.
• Excellent people skills; including the ability to negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
• Demonstrated ability to define and implement strategies.
• Performance management skills.
• Approachable and decisive.

Personal & Application Information

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