Job Description
Role Purpose
- The Technical Procurement Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with the airline's overall objectives and goals. This role requires a deep understanding of the airline industry, technical specifications, supply chain management, and risk mitigation strategies.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage the procurement process for specialized aircraft parts, equipment, and services, including identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to understand technical requirements and ensure procurement aligns with the airline's operational needs.
- Conduct market research to identify new suppliers, evaluate pricing, and stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes that may impact procurement.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and conditions to secure the best value for the airline.
- Analyze procurement data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement function.
- Assist in the development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures, and strategies to support the airline's overall business objectives.
- Provide regular reports and updates to management on the status of procurement activities, budget utilization, and key performance indicators.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to address complex procurement challenges and contribute to the resolution of supply chain issues.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the organization's overall objectives and goals.
- Analyze market trends, supply chain risks, and opportunities to optimize procurement processes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and align procurement activities accordingly.
- Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including requisition, sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and contract management.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
- Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and implement cost-effective purchasing practices.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, conducting supplier evaluations and performance reviews.
- Conduct supplier audits and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality and delivery standards are met.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain, ensuring continuity of supply and minimizing disruptions.
- Implement risk management strategies to address supplier dependencies and geopolitical uncertainties.
- Implement, elaborate, and monitor vendor performance across the technical organization.
- Engage with requestors to receive and work on Statements of Work and requirements.
- Set up RFX documents and project plans to procure technical goods, materials, components, or services in ARIBA, aligned with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets.
- Identify and engage with suppliers, maintaining communication throughout the tendering or contracting process, ensuring a professional and consistent approach to all supplier relationships.
- Provide qualitative and quantitative evaluation of received proposals and deliver project recommendations and outcomes.
- Monitor market trends, competitor strategies, and market suppliers, and research and evaluate areas of opportunity to reduce costs where possible.
- Deliver briefs, updates, and reports as and when required.
- Negotiate contracts with the support of the legal department and other stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with company guidelines, procurement policies, and procedures during supplier negotiations and contract award processes.
- Liaise with all stakeholders to support any contractual issues.
Education, Experience & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain management, with a focus on the airline industry.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, engineering, or a related field.
- Thorough understanding of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) processes and technical specifications.
- Expertise in developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address procurement challenges.
- Proficient in using procurement software, data analysis tools, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
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