Job Title: Strategic Procurement Manager - Base Maintenance Specialist
About the Role:
As a Strategic Procurement Manager - Base Maintenance Specialist, you will lead sourcing strategies that ensure reliable and cost-effective procurement of base maintenance services. Reporting to the Head of Commercial and Supply Chain, you will be responsible for leading procurement from strategy to contract, conducting sourcing, managing tenders, and evaluating suppliers based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead procurement for base maintenance from strategy to contract
* Conduct sourcing, manage tenders, and evaluate suppliers based on TCO
* Negotiate contracts and ensure supplier performance and continuous improvement
* Build supplier partnerships and align with Lufthansa Group for synergies
* Translate business needs into sourcing strategies and ensure regulatory compliance
* Lead and coach a small technical team, improving procedures and team performance
* Support budgeting, track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and implement cost-saving initiatives
* Coordinate with internal stakeholders and represent in group tenders
Requirements:
* University Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent
* 5+ years in Procurement or Supply Chain
* Strong negotiation, contract management, and TCO skills
* Aviation knowledge: base maintenance, TAT, EASA regulations
* Financially savvy with business value chain insight
* Proven leadership of small technical teams
* Skilled in project management and multitasking
* Proactive problem-solver with strong data skills
* Proficient in MS Office and data analysis
* Experienced in supplier management and intercultural communication
* Fluent in English; Dutch/French is a plus
* Willing to travel and work in a global environment
Benefits:
Company bonus, Free parking, Company car, Support for relocation, Discounts/shopping, Employee events, Hybrid working possible, Flexible working hours, Development programs/training opportunities, Attractive company pension scheme, 13th monthly salary, Modern offices, Flight benefits