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    Procurement Manager - West Drayton, United Kingdom - IAG GBS

    IAG GBS
    IAG GBS West Drayton, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Full time Upper Management / Consulting
    Description

    Company Description

    IAG GBS (Global Business Services) is part of International Airlines Group, one of the world's leading airline groups, with 546 aircraft flying to over 270 destinations, carrying more than 100 million passengers each year.

    IAG GBS provides a plug and play platform of scalable, best in class procurement, finance and IT business services to IAG's operating companies which include Aer Lingus, Avios, British Airways, IAG, IAG Cargo, Iberia, Iberia Express, LEVEL and Vueling.

    The company is headquartered in Krakow, and has operations in London, Madrid, Dublin and Chennai

    Job Description

    Responsibilities

    Procurement and Commercial Negotiation

    • Apply in-depth knowledge of procurement processes and strategies to achieve cost savings and efficiency improvements
    • Lead commercial negotiations with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and contracts
    • Develop negotiation plans, conduct supplier assessments, and evaluate proposals to drive cost reductions while maintaining quality standards.
    • Experience in technology and automation with a strong focus on driving transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and deliver commercial value
    • Experience in leveraging innovative solutions to streamline processes and optimize business operations, ultimately driving sustainable growth and competitive advantage

    Cost-saving Initiatives:

    • Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value creation across procurement categories
    • Implement initiatives to optimize spend, streamline processes, and enhance supplier relationships
    • Drive conversations with stakeholders to increase awareness of cost-saving opportunities and promote a culture of financial stewardship

    Data Analysis

    • Analyse data comprehensively using Excel, Power BI(desirable) pivot tables, data visualisation tools, and dashboard creation to interpret complex datasets
    • Evaluate business opportunities, market trends, and operational efficiencies through commercial analysis, translating data into strategic insights and supporting the IAG Airports transformation initiatives and relevant associated tender processes
    • Develop and present reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, making data accessible and understandable to non-technical audiences
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, understand business processes, and provide data-driven recommendations for process improvements and strategic planning
    • Manage and prioritise multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery of insights and recommendations
    • Continuously seek ways to automate and improve data analysis and reporting processes, utilising the latest tools and techniques in data analytics

    Stakeholder Management:

    • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements, address concerns, and solicit feedback.
    • Build and maintain relationships with external vendors and negotiate contracts that support the company's interests

    Experience in Ground Handling (Highly Desirable not mandatory)

    • Utilize knowledge of ground handling operations to identify areas for cost optimization and process improvement
    • Leverage industry expertise to develop innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and reduce expenses
    • Provide insights and recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in ground handling activities

    Qualifications

    Bachelor'/Masters Degree preferred

    Additional information

    Skills Required

    • Proficiency in using Excel to create advanced data models, compelling visualisations, and interactive dashboards
    • Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate large volumes of information with accuracy and attention to detail
    • Presentation Excellence: Exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to synthesise complex data into engaging, understandable presentations for a broad audience
    • Inherent Commercial Insight: Solid understanding of business operations, with the ability to conduct nuanced commercial analysis to support strategic decision-making
    • Superior Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating intricate insights and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
    • Creative Problem-Solving: Innovative and logical approach to identifying and implementing effective solutions
    • Organisational Prowess: Exceptional organisational and project management skills, with the ability to navigate through extensive datasets and timelines to extract critical business insights
    • Adaptive Learning: Continuous learner, staying abreast of the latest industry trends, and leveraging new tools and techniques in data analysis and commercial evaluation
    • Strong people skills, with an ability to coach and develop others
    • Excellent written and spoken English and/or Spanish is a plus

    Experience Required

    • Good understanding of corporate compliance & controls standards and practical experience in applying them in the own area of responsibility
    • Working proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint & Excel
    • Demonstrate consistent record of achieving cost savings
    • Experience dealing with contracts
    • Working experience at an airport desirable not mandatory

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