As Strategic Procurement Manager Base Maintenance & Landing Gear (BM&LG) at Brussels Airlines, your mission is to lead sourcing strategies that ensure reliable, cost-effective procurement of base maintenance services and landing gear overhauls. Reporting to the Head of Commercial and Supply Chain
1. Lead procurement for base maintenance & landing gear from strategy to contract
2. Conduct sourcing, manage tenders, and evaluate suppliers based on TCO
3. Negotiate contracts and ensure supplier performance and continuous improvement
4. Build supplier partnerships and align with Lufthansa Group for synergies
5. Translate business needs into sourcing strategies and ensure regulatory compliance
6. Lead and coach a small technical team, improving procedures and team performance
7. Support budgeting, track KPIs, and implement cost-saving initiatives
8. Coordinate with internal stakeholders and represent Brussels Airlines in group tenders
Company bonus (if applicable), Free parking, Company car, Support for relocation, Discounts / shopping, Employee events (summer festivals, participation in sports competitions etc), Hybrid working possible, Flexible working hours, Development programs / Training opportunities, Attractive company pension scheme, 13th monthly salary, Modern offices, Flight benefits
9. University Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent
10. 5+ years in Procurement or Supply Chain
11. Strong in negotiations, contract management & TCO
12. Aviation knowledge: base maintenance, TAT, EASA regs
13. Financially savvy with business value chain insight
14. Proven leadership of small technical teams
15. Skilled in project management & multitasking
16. Proactive problem-solver with strong data skills
17. Proficient in MS Office & data analysis
18. Experienced in supplier management & intercultural communication
19. Fluent in English; Dutch/French is a plus
20. Willing to travel and work in a global environment