A400M Material Support Specialist

Job Description:

Introduction: An opportunity for an A400M Material Support Specialist has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).

The selected candidate will join the Materials & Logistics Department supporting the A400M Programme. The department is responsible for ensuring the availability of materials required to support the programme by coordinating supply chain activities, managing logistics flows and working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and customers. The team is multidisciplinary and highly collaborative, interacting with different Airbus functions such as Procurement, Supply Chain, Production, Finance and Customer Services.

Depending on the candidate's profile, the successful applicant will reinforce one of the team's activity areas or combine responsibilities across both operational and analytical functions, contributing to the continuous improvement of the department.

 

The jobholder will be responsible for:

• Manage customer material and order portfolios, ensuring material availability and monitoring logistics activities throughout the supply chain.

• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support purchasing activities, material follow-up and delivery performance.

• Monitor, analyse and report departmental KPIs, supporting operational performance and decision-making.

• Participate in cross-functional projects focused on process improvement, reporting and data analysis.

• Perform data analysis (Big Data/Reporting) to identify trends, improve operational efficiency and support business decisions.

• Support financial-related activities when required, collaborating with the team on cost monitoring and basic financial analysis.

 

SKILLS

Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to know you:

• Education: Aeronautical or Industrial Engineering degree  or a related discipline.

• Experience: At least 5 years in Manufacturing, Engineering. Experience in Logistics, Materials Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, Production Control or Supplier Management will be considered a strong asset.

• Soft skills: Team player with excellent communication skills, proactive mindset, autonomy, strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Soft skills: High adaptability to work on new topics, new business and in a networking mode.

• Languages: Advanced level in English.

• Technical knowledge:  Knowledge of SAP will be highly valued. Experience working with KPIs, reporting tools, data analysis and Microsoft Office (especially Excel) will be considered an advantage. 

• Valuable / Nice to have:Previous experience in Airbus or within the aerospace industry, basic financial knowledge and availability for occasional business travel. 

 

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

• Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.

• Attractive salary.

• Hybrid model of working when possible.

• Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.

• Benefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.

• On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.

• Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.

• Option to access special rates in products & benefits.

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.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

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 Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Material Support & services <JF-CS-MS>

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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.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

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.