Buyer (d/m/w) Aftermarket Procurement AIRBUS

We are seeking a Buyer (d/m/w) for Aftermarket Procurement to join the Airbus team located in Hamburg, Germany. Working full-time (35h), you will play a pivotal role in securing exceptional commercial conditions for aftermarket support across all Airbus commercial aircraft. As part of a global team with colleagues in Canada and Portugal, you will engage with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and subcontractors to optimize sourcing processes, fulfill customer needs, and drive strategic transformational efforts. Your work will directly contribute to business growth and efficient operations.

You will:

• Source and secure commercial conditions for adhoc customer orders and quotes across all product types with competitive outcomes.
• Lead review meetings with subcontractors and suppliers to address and fulfill customer requirements.
• Negotiate with suppliers to strengthen profit and loss performance in customer service.
• Identify recurring sourcing challenges, implement corrective measures, and optimize procurement strategies as necessary.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from supply management, planning, and product management to support seamless operations.
• Assist in transforming and improving IT tools and processes, utilizing tools such as SAP, Skywise, and other relevant applications.
• Identify cost-optimization opportunities to enhance aftersales competitiveness.
• Contribute to weekly performance reviews and drive targeted action plans based on analytical insights.

You bring:

• A degree in Technical Studies, Business Administration, Supply Chain/Logistics, or a related field.
• 3 years of professional experience in purchasing, supplier management, and supply chain/logistics processes.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and foundational knowledge of SAP.
• Experience in data analysis, improvement processes (KVP), and project management.
• Fluency in English at a negotiation level; knowledge of German or French is an advantage.
• Strong analytical capabilities paired with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A process-driven mindset and natural ability to identify and capitalize on areas for improvement.

• An unlimited employment contract
• 35-hour workweek
• 30 days of annual leave
• An annual salary of around 80.000 €
• An attractive package following the Equal Pay model
• Flexible handling of overtime through compensatory time-off or payment