#### About us Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide. #### Job description In order to support the procurement department, Airbus Operations is looking for a # **Procurement Contract Expert – Cabin perimeter (d/f/m)** Are you curious and interested in negotiations and contractual matters? Are you willing to step out of your comfort zone and have an impact on the Airbus Procurement contractual landscape? A vacancy for a Procurement Contract Expert– Cabin perimeter has arisen within Airbus Commercial Aircraft in Hamburg. You will join the PYCS Department (Procurement Contracts for Systems and Equipment, Cabin, Propulsion Systems)—a cross-functional, cross-country team of 18 contract experts supporting European programs. # **Your location** You will be working at the largest production site for civil aircraft situated in Hamburg. Its location on the southern banks of the river Elbe includes the option to commute by ferry. Experience the special flair of Hamburg in your spare time where vibrant cosmopolitan culture meets nautic legacy. # **Our Benefits for You** - Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines. - Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave; work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities. - Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives. - Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations. - Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA. # **Your tasks and responsibilities** - Contractual Support & Negotiation: Provide contractual expertise to buyers and commodity management during direct face-to-face negotiations with suppliers or back office. - Strategy Definition:. Influence the definition of business and sourcing models and define the contractual strategy for Airbus key projects - Drafting & Validation: Draft ad hoc contractual documents and review/approve crucial documentation prior to final signature. - End to End contractual and business acumen, from R&T to after sales: Negotiate collaboration agreements, partnership, design and build contracts (covering all steps from development, supply to the support of the product) or build to print contracts - Lifecycle Management & Risk Analysis: Provide lifecycle contractual expertise, ensuring full compliance with laws, regulations, and Airbus business requirements while identifying key contractual risks and associated mitigation actions. - Dispute & Claim Management: Clarify contractual positions and provide expertise during contract amendments, complex commercial deals, in the preparation and defense of claims and pre-litigation or during any other major events (termination, assignment, supplier insolvencies etc). - Innovation & Tools: Contribute to the "Contracting of Tomorrow" initiative by establishing modern ways of working, new business models, modernised contracts templates, and digital tools. - Upskilling & Coaching: Enhance and develop training modules to grow contractual competencies and provide on-the-job coaching and contractual awareness within the Procurement function, up to executives. # **Desired skills and qualifications** - University degree in Law, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field. - Several years of practical experience in contract drafting and negotiation in aeronautics or a similar, highly regulated international production environment. - Familiarity with contracts governed by German and/or French law. - Strong analytical capabilities with a rigorous approach and the ability to simplify and explain complex legal/contractual topics to diverse stakeholders. - Pragmatic mindset with the ability to successfully balance contractual guidelines with business risks, priorities, and compliance. - Customer-oriented mindset with excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills. - Self-motivated team player with a "Can-Do" attitude who feels comfortable handling both operational tasks and strategic initiatives. - Professional fluency in English (both written and spoken) - Willingness to undertake occasional business travel. Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions. 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 By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.