Category Lead-MRO
Category Lead-MRO
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Job Description
Role Overview
Reporting to the Head of Category this role supports the development and of strategic sourcing initiatives for the MRO (Maintenance Repair and Overhaul) category. The goal is to drive cost efficiencies while enhancing service quality across the board.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders to manage sourcing projects ensuring alignment with governance standards and IAG GBS policies.
Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with global MRO vendors ensuring quality and performance align with business objectives.
Lead commercial supplier relationships with a focus on optimizing cost value and longterm performance.
Proactively manage supplier risk to safeguard the business against financial and reputational impacts.
Identify and implement costsaving opportunities using market insights and best practices.
Lead the endtoend delivery of complex sourcing projects often under tight deadlines.
Partner with current and prospective suppliers to secure competitive pricing and terms including the use of benchmarking and datadriven analysis to demonstrate value.
Qualifications :
Degree in Aeronautical Engineering Engineering Business or Economics.
5 to 10 years of proven experience in Procurement within the MRO sector ideally with an airline or OEM. (Please note: candidates without relevant industry experience will not be considered.
Strong business and financial acumen with a deep understanding of procurement strategy and .
Demonstrated success collaborating with senior leaders and executives in dynamic fastpaced environments.
Significant procurement experience in large complex and globally distributed organizations.
Proven ability to navigate and lead through change across people processes policies and technologies.
Advanced commercial expertise including contract evaluation negotiation and dispute resolution.
Exceptional negotiation skills with a strong eye for detail.
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders.
Fluency in English & Spanish is required.
Flexibility to travel and operate across multiple locations as needed.
Additional Information :
What we offer
- Highly competitive salary
- Competitive Annual Incentive Scheme
- LinkedIn Learning Platform
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Life Cover
- Generous pension plan
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
