Présentation
Description de l'emploi :
AGGP2027 – Graduate Purchasing Manager (buyer) in Equipment and System M/F
Start date - October 2027
Are you a university graduate with the aspiration, enthusiasm, and talent to help us pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world? Every year, Airbus seeks bright minds from around the globe to fill critical roles that will shape our future.
When you begin your career with us, we don't just offer a job; we accelerate your growth through the Airbus Global Graduate development journey. This isn't a one-size-fits-all program; it's a personalized, two-year experience designed to cultivate your professional skills, enhance your business acumen, and hone your technical abilities. We place a strong emphasis on developing your leadership potential from day one. You'll gain a unique perspective on the world of Airbus while contributing directly in a specific, impactful position.
During the two years, we will take you on a soft-skill development journey, covering such areas as inclusive leadership, our Values, resilience, communication and emotional intelligence, with various in-person and virtual workshops.
Beyond your daily responsibilities and this comprehensive schedule of training, you'll join your global graduate community annually for an in-person dedicated development week. This is your chance to connect with your peers, learn directly from our seasoned leaders, and gain insights from the best in the industry.
Throughout the programme, you will be developed into an established and valuable team member from day 1. You'll sharpen your skills in an area strategically important to Airbus, gaining a deep understanding of our business – its opportunities, challenges, and needs. Most importantly, you'll have learned more about yourself and what makes you truly great. You will have demonstrated your capability and readiness to take on future leadership challenges within Airbus.
Above all, you'll have the unparalleled opportunity to do your best work in an industry that is literally reshaping how we live in our world.
If you're ready to embark on this transformative journey and unlock your full potential, apply below.
What you will be doing
You will be on a development journey to guide your growth into the role of Purchasing Manager (buyer) and can expect to be involved in the following:
1. Organize procurement activities linked to one or several products/packages/suppliers multi-program, negotiate contractual framework with suppliers to obtain the best purchasing conditions for Airbus;
2. Contribute to sourcing activities, manage call for tenders and contract negotiations;
3. Monitor contracts all along their lifecycle (innovation, development, series production and support phases) with suppliers and internal partners of the Company in order to ensure full application of the terms and conditions;
4. Manage relationships with suppliers;
5. Participate in MFTs and R&T MFTs (multi-functional teams) ;
6. Work with Customer services representatives to define and implement Airbus aftermarket strategy for his/her perimeter, enabling new services and creating value for our Customers.
7. Work in an internal environment with most important aerospace companies (Honeywell, Collins Aerospace, SAFRAN, GE Aerospace, …)
8. Support the End to End aircraft lifecycle from design, to production until its support in operation within the different procurement teams.
Your development journey will include a minimum of one rotational placement to support your growth into position.
At the end of the two year development programme, you will have developed into the position of Purchasing Manager (buyer) !
What we are looking for
To be a successful applicant, you will need to demonstrate you have:
- A degree level or equivalent within Business, Procurement or Engineering.
- Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of purchasing
- Strong verbal and written communication in our business language (English)
- A desire to work in a collaborative team environment, focused on driving future innovation
- The ability to be self aware and a wish to be in the driving seat of your development.
Please note, we love your interest in working for Airbus but we do ask that you make only one application to the Airbus Global Graduate Programme. Take the time to decide which of our exciting opportunities is right for you and then submit an application that best represents you, your skills and experience in connection with the role you have selected.
STATEMENT: This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.
What is the recruitment process…
Online application -> Online Task Based Assessment -> Application Review (Talent Acquisition Partner & Manager) -> Virtual Assessment Centre -> Offer!
NB: Applications will close 30 September 2026 (don’t delay, apply early as some roles may close before this date due to applications received) . All applications and CVs need to be in English.
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments. Examples of this may include (but is not exclusive to) accessible facilities and additional time for written exercises etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Unité légale :
AIRBUS SASType de contrat :
CDIClasse Emploi (France) : Classe F11Niveau d'expérience :
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