Airbus Americas, Inc. is seeking a Project and Operational Buyer to play a key role in our Procurement team. You will be responsible for acquiring indirect goods and services for Airbus commercial aircraft and helicopters, ensuring on-time delivery and quality while contributing directly to cost savings and supply chain efficiency.

What You'll Do

Facilitate procurement transactions to fill business needs, providing internal customers with goods and services in compliance with procedures and commodity strategies.
Ensure full contract compliance and data availability in procurement tools like eProc, Click & Source, and Click n Buy.
Prepare spend data analysis for tendering projects, contract amendment negotiations, and MFT preparation.
Perform 'Local for Local' procurement activities aligned with MFT strategy.
Deliver on initiatives for the Airbus Group’s Savings Programs using levers like requirement harmonisation and demand control.
Input new suppliers into the appropriate Airbus system following established guidelines.
Serve as the daily link to internal customers, validating needs and maintaining compliance checks.
Develop collaborative relationships across functions to incorporate quality feedback into supplier contacts and negotiations.
Lead and support the development and implementation of general procurement techniques, guidelines, and site projects.
Maintain regular communication with internal customers regarding goods and services processed.
Build cooperative relationships with vendors to improve partnerships and increase customer satisfaction.

What We're Looking For

A degree in Business, Engineering, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three or more years of direct procurement experience.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Knowledge of additional functions including finance, operations, and strong negotiation and communication skills.
Proven effectiveness as both a participant and a leader on a work-focused team.

Nice to Have

Project Management, Purchasing, or Supply Chain Certifications.
Experience working in a manufacturing organisation or a similar quality-focused industrial environment.

Team & Environment

You will be part of the Procurement team acquiring indirect goods and services for Airbus commercial aircraft and helicopters.

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive base salary and incentive compensation which may include profit sharing.
Retirement savings plan and ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Paid time off including personal time, holidays, and a generous paid parental leave program.
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Upskilling and development opportunities through global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses, certifications, and accelerated development programmes.

Work Mode

This is an onsite position based in Kinston, NC.

Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.