General Procurement Project Buyer - Contract

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Job Description :

This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a General Procurement Project Buyer (Contract) to join our North American General Procurement team, based in Herndon, VA.

In this role you will be responsible for maintaining full visibility of the required contractual data, spend data, and schedule of on-going tendering projects to support the activities of General Procurement in North Americas. You will also be supporting Sr / Category Buyers who are managing Multi-Functional teams (MFT s), drum beating the various tendering project schedules, and assuring visibility and escalation of potential risks to achieving schedule and savings targets.

Additional facets of the role include :

Help to facilitate the transition from tendering projects into operational ordering with the Buyers and Internal Customers.

Responsible for the acquisition of goods and / or services. They will follow and model Airbus approach on deliveries and contractual terms and conditions.

Meet The Team :

The Procurement team's mission is to acquire indirect goods and services for Airbus commercial aircraft and helicopters, playing a major role in generating value and contributing to the overall competitiveness of the company. Our team members ensure on-time delivery and on-quality of equipment and systems, drawing on their expertise in Industrial, Operations & Quality Management, and strong relationship building skills to problem-solve and proactively mitigate supply chain issues.

Your Working Environment :

The Washington, D.C. metro area is home to multiple Airbus offices : In our nation s capital you will find the Airbus Experience Center, a collection of interactive, multimedia exhibitions highlighting the extensive role the company plays in the aviation, aerospace and defense industries in the U.S. and around the world. The D.C. area is also home to our regional corporate headquarters - located adjacent to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - it makes flying in a breeze!

Your Challenges :

Procurement Transactions (35%)

Drive Sourcing Projects (Call for Tenders) (35%)

Team Leadership (10%)

Procurement & Process Tools Expert (10%)

Additional Responsibilities (10%) :

Your Boarding Pass :

Preferred Education / Skills :

Working Conditions / Physical Demands (for ex. lifting, working in heights)

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A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.

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 Americas, Inc.

Employment Type : Agency / Temporary

Experience Level : Professional

Remote Type : On-site

Job Family :

Sourcing, Buying and Ordering

Job Posting End Date : 11.15.2025

Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location in which the company has facilities. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. This assignment description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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