Project Supply Manager (d/f/m) Earth Observation, Science and Exploration Programs

Job Description

Job Description:

Looking for the next challenge and seeking to have an impact at Airbus in the #NextSpace age?

We have an exciting opportunity as

Project Supply Manager (PSM) (d/f/m)

based in Friedrichshafen/Immenstaad site, serving the Earth Observation, Science and Exploration (EOSX) Business Line to strengthen the EOSX Programme Procurement team.

In the role of PSM for EOSX Programmes you will manage, represent and orchestrate the whole Procurement organisation towards EOSX Programmes. You will be instrumental on both Early Phases and Bid preparation (Phase B1 and B2/C/D Bids), as well as on the execution of firm Projects securing external supplier deliveries and de-risking production of our satellite missions and platforms.

Your location

At the Airbus site in Immenstaad, you work exactly where the future of Connected Intelligence, Space, and Air Power is taking shape. In an environment that offers visionary perspectives, you shape technological innovations across multiple domains.

Our location thrives on dialogue: on campus, you will encounter a unique network of experts in satellite technology, military aviation, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, as well as the combat cloud and ground support systems of tomorrow. The way we work together is equally dynamic-in agile teams, we tackle the most complex challenges, ranging from AI-powered Earth observation to secure cloud architectures. Anyone seeking technological excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration will find the ideal environment here.

Our Benefits for You

• Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.
  
• Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
  
• Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
  
• Feel Good at Work : On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facility.
  
• Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.
  

Your main tasks will be

• Lead and orchestrate all sourcing from suppliers towards the Project/Programme/Bid
  
• Ensure On-Time, On-Cost and On-Quality from suppliers by mitigating risks and managing deviations in close collaboration with Project/Programme Management, Engineering, AIT/Production and all other Procurement roles (Commodity, Supply Chain, Supplier Development, Contracts, ...)
  
• Maintain and consolidate Programme dedicated dashboards and reporting on Subcontractor performance, namely risk management, schedule, supplier cashout and change management
  
• Consolidate and drive adherence to project EAC's in the procurement domain, monitor cost evolution and drive respective mitigation plans/resource planning
  
• Ensure that Procurement processes are correctly and systematically applied, as well as deviations configured
  
• Secure competitive, reliable and compliant supplier offers in support of Bids or new programmatic needs (schedule, price and technical maturity)
  

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree level in Engineering, Business Management or equivalent
  
• Several years of experience in Procurement, and/or Project Management, and/or Engineering in the space industry (or comparable business sector). Business/Commercial or Industrial Engineering experience is a plus
  
• Extensive experience of working in a project environment
  
• Knowledge of working with institutional agencies in aerospace and/or space industry would be a plus
  
• Experience of working in an international/multi-cultural environment
  
• Negotiation level in English is required, German is of advantage
  

If you want to make a difference, be at the forefront of our EOSX Projects and further develop your career in leadership, business ops and project management, this is the job for you!

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

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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.

Company:
Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Sourcing, Buying and Ordering

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