Airbus Defence and Space SAU
aerospace
MaterielServicesManagerforLTA
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“Materiel Services Manager for LTA at Airbus Defence and Space SAU. Skills: Performance-Based Logistics, Material support, Contract management. Lead and manage Performance-Based Logistics contracts. Lead and manage In-Service Support contracts”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet EBIT commitments; Meet revenue commitments
Industry & Context.
Proactive problem-solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
University degree in Engineering, Supply Chain degree, Business Administration degree, Proven experience in Programme Management, Material Support experience, Logistics experience, Customer Services Contract Management experience, Advanced level in English
Nice to Have
Knowledge of LTA/MRTT programmes, Experience collaborating with local teams at Military Air Bases, Experience in Lean Services/Continuous Improvement projects
What You'll Do.
Lead and manage Performance-Based Logistics contracts
Lead and manage In-Service Support contracts
Ensure compliance with material support requirements
Act as primary interface between Customer Services Regional
Coordinate and drive execution within Material Services Centres
Secure on-time delivery
Support Entry Into Service
Achieve milestone achievements
Steer financial performance
Manage operating plans
Manage cost-reduction initiatives
Establish proactive End-to-End risk management
Establish issue resolution processes
Escalate critical roadblocks
Implement recovery plans
Ensure business integrity
Ensure compliance across all contract perimeters
Identify non-compliance risks
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Material Services Centres of Competence; Regional Directors; Program Management; Customer Services Regional Directors
Communication Scope
Executive reporting
Process & Methodology
Programme Management
Full Job Description
****Job Description:**** An opportunity for a Material Services Manager has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the Material Services & Customer Services Team, specifically supporting the LTA and MRTT Programmes perimeter. Our mission is to lead and secure Performance-Based Logistics (PBL) and In-Service Support contracts, ensuring the seamless delivery of spares, repairs, and material support to our global customers. Operating as a critical link, the team bridges the gap between Material Services Centres of Competence, Regional Directors, and Program Management to ensure all activities align with Time, Cost, and Quality targets. **RESPONSIBILITIES** The main tasks of the jobholder will be: * Lead and manage Performance-Based Logistics (PBL) and In-Service Support contracts, ensuring full compliance with material support requirements (spares and repairs) for portfolio customers. * Act as the primary interface between Customer Services Regional Directors and Material Services, ensuring clear reporting, alignment of strategies, and governance representation across programmes. * Coordinate and drive execution within Material Services Centres of Competence (Operations, Planning, Logistics Engineering) to secure on-time delivery, Entry Into Service (EIS) support, and milestone achievements. * Steer financial performance and cost evolution for the Material Services perimeter, managing budgets, operating plans, and cost-reduction initiatives to meet EBIT and revenue commitments. * Establish proactive End-to-End risk management and issue resolution processes, escalating critical roadblocks and implementing recovery plans with top management. * Ensure business integrity and compliance across all contract perimeters, proactively identifying non-compliance risks to protect the company's reputation and sustained growth. **SKILLS** Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to know
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