Manager, OEM Strategy and Procurement (Specification and BFE)
Reporting to Vice President, OEM Strategy & Procurement (Specification & Buyer Furnished Equipment), the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Aircraft Programs
Working with airline customers and airframe Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to implement specifications on aircraft.
Liaising with the relevant airframe manufacturers to ensure product is manufactured to the required specification and quality standards and is delivered on time and within budget.
Supporting aircraft placement campaigns with internal stakeholders.
Supporting the marketing team on specification and Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) matters during letter of intent and lease negotiations.
Providing pricing inputs for aircraft specification and BFE.
Evaluating airline customers specification and providing support for pricing and specification checks.
BFE Supply Management
Developing a sustainable buying strategy for BFE engagement that is aligned with Company’s goals.
Developing a network within the BFE suppliers to position the Company as a top-tier leasing company.
Leading pricing negotiations with BFE suppliers to ensure best possible outcome in line with buying strategy.
Regularly sharing market insights, market intelligence and trends with key stakeholders across all business functions.
Market Trending analysis
Engagement with airframe OEM and BFE suppliers to establish latest market trending for aircraft systems and cabin products.
Monitoring of airworthiness mandates for regular reporting and implementation.
Ad hoc requests / Special Projects
Ad hoc business projects as assigned.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering or a licensed aircraft engineer or equivalent experience.
Minimum 7-year relevant experience in Technical Services, Procurement, Aircraft Project role or in a similar capacity with an airline, aircraft lessor and OEM.
Candidates with experiences in aircraft configuration, specification pricing, BFE contracts management and project management will be highly considered.
Demonstrate good knowledge and competency of various civil aviation jurisdiction and airworthiness requirement (EASA/FAA/CAAC/etc.).
Familiarity with the latest aircraft/engines/system/cabin product trends and the Company’s current and future aircraft portfolio will be an added advantage.
Ad-hoc travelling will be required.
Able to think strategically, highly analytical with strong commercial acumen and skills.
Superior attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to evaluate, navigate and manage BFE contracts.
Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills with the ability to successfully engage and influence stakeholders of all levels.
Highly driven with a strong commitment to deliver quality work.
Able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced working environment.
Align with and demonstrate BOC Aviation Core Values, which are Integrity; Teamwork; Accountability; Agility; and Ambition.
If you like working in an international environment, please email your CV to us with details of expected remuneration together with a recent photograph to:
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