Supply Chain Quality Manager

Job Description: The Supply Chain Quality Manager (SCQM) will be part of an international community, responsible for a portfolio of suppliers / vendors, ensuring supplier performance; capacity; de-risking and development needs are secured to meet the evolving business requirements. Training and development will be provided to ensure the required skills and competences are attained, aligned with the company's methods and processes. In conjunction, a robust induction training plan will be developed to ensure training of product, methods, tools etc. are sequenced in a robust way. This position is based in an Airbus office or based remotely in an approved city with travel by car and plane to supplier sites. Primary Responsibilities Supply Chain and Quality Management: 70%

• Ensure maturity and robustness of Supplier's manufacturing and

supply chain processes to avoid supply failures

• Drive continuous improvement of Supply Chain related

performances for deliveries of supplied products

• Review supplier capacity and capability to secure ramp-up period as

well as Airbus industrial objectives (major planning changes, ramp down, etc.)

• Monitor and analyze performance through Key Performance

Indicators and organizing the surveillance of the suppliers through audits, assessments, recovery plan and mission, CID (Corrective, Improvement, Development) and industrial risks management with internal and external concerned parties

• Initiate and organize supplier's ramp-up capacity and capabilities

assessments in order to secure ramp-up or major planning changes

• Monitor major industrial risks, major changes (industrial transfers,

major planning changes) and supporting design changes on an industrial point of view in order to protect Airbus operations

• Initiate and follow recovery plans with Suppliers in case of delivery

performances degradation to ensure deliveries are back to Airbus requirements

• Manage Suppliers' preventive/corrective action plans so

achievements are at the expected level in terms of end results.

• Prepare and support regular management reviews (PRM, Industrial

Senior Management Meeting, and Quality Supply Chain Meetings) with suppliers to review regularly delivery and supply chain performances and ensuring that preventive/corrective & improvement actions are continuously undertaken. Internal Stakeholder Management: 20%

• Manage relationship with internal stakeholders, such as MFT

leaders, Programs and Final Assembly Lines (FALs). This includes communication, customer / supplier relation & meetings, and improvement actions. Other Responsibilities: 10%

• Complete required trainings
• Special projects and stretch assignments
• Mentor new hires and support colleagues as needed

Additional Responsibilities Other duties as assigned Qualified Experience and Training Required Education

• Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Industrial Engineering or similar or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Required Experience

• Minimum of 10 years professional experience in a procurement operations environment (monitoring, auditing, developing suppliers/operations) or equivalent.

Preferred Experience

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience. Aerospace industry and/or manufacturing experience

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Licensure/Certifications

• Green Belt/Black Belt certification, CPIM certification (Certified in Production & Inventory Management)

Travel Required

• 60% Domestic and International

Citizenship Authorized to Work in the US Qualified Skills Required Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities Required: Knowledge of Supply Chain and Quality Processes Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities

• Knowledge of Quality Regulations, Quality Core Tools Knowledge, Practical Problem Solving, International Mgmt. system standards, Authorities / Regulations / Standards, Knowledge of QMS, Auditing/Assessing, IPCA+ and CCP tools

Required Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages)

• English (Reading - Speaking - Writing: Fluent/Negotiation)
• Communicating at all levels within the supplier's organization and Airbus to influence the decision making
• Ability to summarize complex industrial situations in a clear manner
• Team Player with excellent communication skills, customer-oriented, problem solving and flexible way of working.

Required Technical Systems Proficiency

• Microsoft Office

Preferred Technical Systems Proficiency

• Google Suite proficiency highly preferred

Complexity of the Role Level of Decision Making:

• The Job holder will be part of a team and will be able to act autonomously and but operationally driven by the Procurement commodity in Europe. The management support for the Job Holder is US based, as are the suppliers. Most internal customers will be based in Europe. This role will manage complex and high profile suppliers.

Organizational information Is this a people manager?: No Job Dimensions Physical Requirements Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in Created By: Finja Schumann December 10, 2025 Version: 4 meetings, working on computer. Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to Administrative position only PPE required Additional Physical Requirements

• The job content requires the ability to travel via car and airplane. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, carry luggage, and view computer monitor for long periods of time. Requires hearing and vision.

Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. As a leader in our field, Airbus provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. NOTE: Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The Company reserves the right to revise, change and/or modify job duties, responsibilities or working conditions as the need arises, with or without advance notice. Employment with the Company is at-will. This position description and the statements contained within it do not create any contractual rights between the Company and its employees, either express or implied. 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 DS Geo Inc. Employment Type: US - Direct Hire------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Supplier Management 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. 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 [email protected]. 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. Apply To This Job