Indirect Sourcing / Lead Sourcing Specialist - Sourcing Management

Job Description Summary

At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace Company, weve been reimagining the power of flight for more than 100 years. We are specialized in the design, production and maintenance of components and systems for engine and mechanical transmissions applied to both civil and military aviation (i.e., accessory drivetrains, engine thermal management, turboprop & helicopter reduction gearboxes, etc.).

Negotiate with dedicated providers according to specific policies. Achieve the best contractual conditions while also ensure ng internal customer satisfaction. Have knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; be aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market. A job at this level is likely to be performed with some autonomy but are subject to functional practices and precedents or are covered by well-defined policies or review of end results.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Define supplier strategy including management and optimization of supplier panels
• Lead negotiations and allocate needs to specific suppliers; negotiate terms and conditions and transmit information to Procurement; manage claims
• Commercial sourcing management such as data analysis, negotiations support, etc.
• Drive initiatives for deflation/inflation mitigation, aimed at helping and offsetting pressure on costs
• Purchasing activities
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field
• May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements
• Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues
• The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.)
• Use some judgment and can propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated, day-to-day problems
• Prioritize information for data analysis, use technical experience and analytical thinking
• Use multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma with relevant experience)
• This role requires strong experience in the Sourcing & Commodity Management
• English fluent knowledge
• Czech knowledge would be considered a plus
• Work Visa in accordance with local regulation is required
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
• Established project management skills
  
  

What We Offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyones psychological safety and daily needs.

Total Rewards

At Avio Aero, We Understand The Importance Of Total Rewards.As a New Joiner To Avio Aero We Are Pleased To Offer The Following Welcome Benefit Plan

• Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits platform
• GE Aviation share plan
• Life and injury insurance
• Private medical cover
• Employee assistant program
• Employee special awards (service and recognition)
• Local special agreements and discounts
• English and languages training for you and one member of your family
• Technical, Leadership and development trainings
  
  

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No