Technical Leadership Role
We are seeking a skilled technical leader to join our team and drive the transformation of aviation. Our organisation connects capital with customers, enabling global travel and economic growth.
As a technical leader, you will support the management of material and logistics needs for new aircraft and transition streams. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring timely equipment availability and alignment with delivery schedules.
The successful candidate will lead project management of new aircraft milestones, representing procurement in key meetings and driving negotiations with suppliers. They will also oversee strategic vendor relationships and provide leadership in sourcing and budgeting for cabin upgrades.
This role requires strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop and maintain positive business relationships. You must be able to distil complex messages into key takeaways and support management decision making.
You will work closely with stakeholders to drive project success and ensure financial accountability. As a technical leader, you will have a comprehensive understanding of new aircraft Buyer-Furnished Equipment (BFE) milestones and procurement workflows.
Our ideal candidate has a degree in Business, Engineering or a related field, and at least 5 years' experience in procurement processes within the aircraft leasing, airline or Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sectors. They will possess in-depth knowledge of General Terms Agreements (GTAs) and proven ability to enforce supplier deliverables effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead project management of new aircraft BFE milestones, ensuring timely equipment availability and alignment with delivery schedules.
* Represent procurement in key meetings, such as Initial Technical Coordination Meetings (ITCMs) and First Article Inspections (FAIs), driving project goals forward.
* Oversee strategic vendor relationships to ensure timely equipment availability and alignment with delivery schedules.
* Provide leadership in sourcing and budgeting for cabin upgrades and reconfigurations, ensuring project success.