Contract Manager for Procurement (m,w,d) in Ottobrunn

Job Description:

A vacancy for a Contract Manager for Procurement (m,w,d) has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space in Ottobrunn.

As the successful candidate you will join the Procurement Contracts team in Space Systems.

Come and join a dynamic and transnational and multicultural team of 30 contract managers supporting Air Power, Space and Connected Intelligence Business Lines and providing critical expertise to the procurement function within a worldwide leader, working on cutting‑edge projects and providing industry leading services and solutions for designing, developing and operating major space systems and delivering space‑based services serving commercial and governmental customers.

This role is also available with reduced weekly hours and an adapted scope of tasks.

Your location

Our site is just a stone's throw away from Munich, the beautiful capital of Bavaria. Are you into sports and other outdoor activities? The Alps and Lake Starnberg are within an hour’s reach, offering a multitude of recreational options.

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 based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); 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

• Focal point for specific projects/programs in Space Systems

• Manage the definition of the Airbus Defence & Space procurement contractual policy and ensure its implementation and associated contractual Terms & Conditions,

• Drafting and revision of standard procurement contracts integrating all relevant requirements (e.g., economic, commercial, technological, legal, risk management)

• Providing support and advice in Call for Tenders (CFTs) by approving the contractual baseline, assessing the contractual elements of bids, preparing/supporting the negotiations and overseeing the awards;

• Prepare and perform/lead negotiations; contract drafting and negotiations of contracts together with the procurement commodity managers (all types of contracts, from non-disclosure agreements, collaboration agreements, procurement of goods, services etc.) to secure both Procurement and Sales Campaigns objectives and targets whilst adhering to governance & policies.

• Approving and signing of the contract validation form (CVF) which shall contain the key elements of the contract (executive summary, main deviations, risks and opportunities of the contract).

• Management of contracts in place: preparation, drafting and negotiation of e.g., complex contract amendments, claims and settlement agreements during the life cycle of the contract together with Procurement Commodity Buyers; Contractual analysis of agreements and advice in case of disagreements / potential forthcoming disputes between Company and suppliers concerning existing procurement contracts.

• Provision a support for the preparation/defense of claims and pre-litigation;

• Provision of specialized support and expertise in contract analysis, -drafting, - design and -negotiations for Company functions other than Procurement.

• Advising internal stakeholders on contractual implications of internal (improvement) projects (e.g., confidentiality or intellectual property aspects).

• Development of new and further development of existing Procurement Academy training; coaching and training-on-the-job of our stakeholders in the areas of contracts and negotiations.

Desired skills and qualifications

• You hold a university degree, with a legal background and have developed a robust contractual knowledge acquired through your previous experiences

• You bring 6 years plus of experience in contracts negotiations and exposure to sales, procurement, or commercial environments

• You are a native German speaker with professional negotiation-level fluency in English. You have a natural gift for language and are skilled at drafting clear, precise contractual text.

• You are an open-minded and self‑motivated team player who is comfortable operating at all levels, meaning you are equally happy handling day‑to‑day operational support as you are leading strategic projects.

• You possess a "Can Do" attitude. You genuinely enjoy tackling contractual challenges and finding creative, business‑focused solutions.

• You are customer oriented, with excellent communication and collaboration skills;

• You are analytical and rigorous. You have a knack for breaking down complex, technical, or legal concepts and explaining them clearly to diverse stakeholders.

• You are pragmatic, able to balance contractual and business risks, priorities, oversights and compliance;

• You are willing to undergo the process to obtain a national security clearance, or you have already a Security Clearance

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.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Sourcing, Buying and Ordering

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.

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