VIE 2026 United Kingdom Transfers of Work and Business Improvement Manager in Nailsea

Aim: Work as a Transfers of Work and Business Improvement Manager.

Description of the job: The Volunteer for International Experience (VIE) is a unique international program sponsored by the French Ministry of Economy, Finance and Employment, open to Airbus to offer young professionals the opportunity to have valuable paid work experience abroad in a technical or business function. The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France's eligibility criteria.

VIE Main Requirements:

• European Union citizens (plus Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Monaco), graduates up to and including 28 years old
• Have fulfilled military obligations for their country, if any

The contract duration of VIE is between 6 to 24 months. A VIE for a ToW BIM has arisen within Commercial Aircraft / Airbus UK in Bristol. You will join the Procurement Team. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment in a role covering the full range of Airbus Commercial Aircrafts. Aerostructure Procurement is a key part of the Airbus Supply Chain and you will contribute to its success.

Tasks & accountabilities: Your main tasks will include:

• Support the SCQS (Supply Chain & Quality Specialist) Transfer of Work (ToW) in ensuring Method adherence (M1008, ASR, A2231.1, or relevant Airbus directives).
• Contribute to proactive management of the relationship with internal stakeholders to ensure target level of customer satisfaction.
• Support the SCQS Transfer of Work in managing ToWs and delivering milestones.
• Refine the existing ToW toolkit (templates and workflows) to standardize the process.
• Utilize project management tools to provide real-time visibility on milestone achievements to senior stakeholders.
• Support on the daily procurement requests.
• Assist in the Launch of Call for Tenders (CFT).
• Support commercial negotiations linked to CFT.
• Coordinate with remote teams across Europe to align supply chain strategies.
• Monitor spent against yearly budget target.

This role may involve some travel for business within the UK and Europe and as such you must be able to travel accordingly.

Required skills: You have the following skills and experience:

• Educated to Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or International Business.
• Initial experience (internship/apprenticeship) in Procurement, Industrial Engineering, Project Management or Quality Management in a high-tech environment (Aerospace, Automotive, or Energy) is a strong asset.
• Project Management: Knowledge of Gantt charts, Critical Path Analysis, and Risk Management.
• Technical Systems: Proficiency in SAP (ideal) and advanced Excel/Google Sheets (lookups, macros/scripts, or Pivot tables).
• Data Management, Analytics and Visualization: Experience with LookerStudio is a plus for the "Business Improvement" aspect of the role.
• Cross-Cultural Communication: Ability to influence stakeholders across different countries and functions (Engineering vs. Finance).
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
• Analytical Mindset: Capacity to synthesize complex data into actionable management summaries.
• English: Negotiation level (read, written and spoken) is mandatory.
• French/Spanish/German: Any of these would be an advantage given the Airbus ecosystem.

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.

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.