Supplier Development Manager (m/f)

Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a Supplier Development Manager (f/m) to join our Supplier Development Department based in Toulouse, France. This team is responsible for shaping the future of Space Systems supply-base.

Responsibilities

• Improve and develop supplier performance by providing expert support at supplier sites, covering end-to-end processes and using continuous improvement methodologies.
• Develop the supply chain to the appropriate maturity level to support suppliers and ensure OQOTOC performance.
• Identify supplier weaknesses, capabilities, capacities, areas of improvement and development to improve supply chain maturity and robustness.
• Prepare mission statements and establish relevant objectives, targets and corrective, improvement and development action plans with supply chain stakeholders.
• Perform industrial maturity or capacity assessments.
• Drive the implementation of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, problem solving, knowledge sharing) and related tools at supplier sites.
• Manage suppliers and report regularly on action plan and development plan achievements.
• Support the supply chain operation team for recovery plans on critical issues to ensure supplier performance targets are achieved.
• Anticipate recurring supplier quality issues and initiate preventive measures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, engineering, quality or manufacturing, with exposure to supplier assessment or audits.
• Knowledge of APQP standards, statistical process control, control plans, PFMEA, capability studies, measurement system analysis, APICS basics, production and inventory management.
• Experience with Six Sigma, DMAIC, 8D (9S, PPS) and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Black Belt or equivalent accreditation strongly appreciated.
• Statistical data analysis skills (comparative methods, hypothesis testing, design of experiments).
• Strong communication skills, including active listening and empathy.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to persuade, influence and convince.
• Excellent relationship building, team building, empowering, motivating and conflict management skills.
• Proficiency in English, additional languages a plus.
• Knowledge of procurement IT tools a benefit.
• Security clearance required or eligibility for one.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and agreements on success and profit sharing schemes.
• Employee savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
• Extra days off for special occasions, holiday transfer option, staff council offering many social, cultural and sport activities.
• Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity, death) and on-site health services.
• Flexible working arrangements and support for remote collaboration.
• Unlimited access to over 10,000 e‑learning courses and accelerated development programmes.

Additional Information

Location: Toulouse, France. Employment Type: Permanent. Class Emploi (France): Class G14. Job Family: Supplier Management.

This position requires a security clearance or eligibility for clearance by the recognized authorities.

Airbus Defence and Space is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.