A220 Wing Buyer – Aerostructure Procurement

About the role

Join Airbus Filton as a strategic Procurement Manager for the A220 Wing programme. You will lead supplier strategy and commercial management for a key aerostructure component, working in a fast‑paced environment focused on supply‑chain resilience and profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the commercial strategy for A220 Wing suppliers to secure optimal purchasing conditions.
• Lead end‑to‑end contract management with assigned wing suppliers.
• Build strong, trust‑based partnerships with key suppliers to drive performance.
• Foster close collaboration between Airbus Procurement, Airbus Canada and supplier teams.
• Deliver procurement goals, driving cost savings, value creation and project deadlines.

Required profile

• Proven track record in high‑value contract negotiation, financial analysis and commercial risk management.
• Strong technical understanding combined with core project‑management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in global, cross‑functional teams.

Required skills

• High‑value contract negotiation
• Financial analysis
• Commercial risk management
• Technical understanding of aerostructures
• Project management

What we offer

• Competitive salary, profit share, contributory pension, share options and car‑leasing scheme.
• 35‑hour week, flexible working around core hours and option to buy/sell holiday.
• Personal development plan with unlimited access to 10,000+ e‑learning courses.
• Bupa health insurance, 24/7 online GP, mental‑health support and wellbeing benefits.
• Enhanced parental leave, adoption and caregiving leave, on‑site maternity rooms.
• Inclusive environment with wellbeing room, multi‑faith space and employee resource groups.