Commercial Lead (Maternity Cover) in Ashford, Devon

It's something we've been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world's first international scheduled air service between London and Paris. So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make. We know great things can happen when you're inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit! Responsible for analysing our current services and products and/or invest in new in-house capabilities, partner with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), or leverage specialised third-party MRO providers positively impacting cost, quality, and delivery. Reports to: Director of Commercial & Supply Chain Direct Reports: 0 No budgetary responsibility. Identify and evaluate opportunities, producing high-quality reports and clear, data-backed recommendations to Senior Leadership, influencing high-stakes business decisions to inform future service and sourcing decisions for handover to the business to implement. Collaborate across all E&M functions including Finance, IAG Procurement teams and safety and compliance to gather technical requirements and assess feasibility –including strategic fit, safety and regulatory, financial and deliverability perspectives and quality of the proposed solutions. Track the outcomes and benefits of sourcing decisions, undertaking post-implementation reviews to assess delivery against expected business objectives. Provide commercial insight and challenge to business collaborators, ensuring sourcing recommendations are evidence based, financially robust and aligned to E&M strategy. Skills / capabilitiesHighly analytical with excellent numerical skills, with the ability to gather and analyse data from multiple sources and sometimes conflicting data, skilled in bridging technical, operational, and financial perspectives (Essential).Digital mindset –comfortable using technology and competent in all Microsoft office programmes other data analysis tools. Strong written communication skills for producing clear and concise outputs including presentations to Senior ManagementClear, logical problem solver, able to shape a project and formulate methodologies from basic descriptions (Essential).Calm and professional when under pressure Skilled in synthesising complex information into key issues and able to present results of complex analysis clearly and confidently (Essential).Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentationAbility to identify and mitigate risks such as delays, quality issues, and supply chain disruptions by considering internal and external capabilities. Previous experience of undertaking makes versus buy analysis, or similar roles (Essential).Understanding of supply chain, procurement and contract management (Essential).Experienced in scoping, planning and building insights to drive improved decision-making. (At British Airways we offer a wide range of flexible benefits such as: A pension scheme with potential contributions of up to 16.5% (if you contribute 5% BA will contribute 11.5%)A flexible benefits scheme which gives you the option to buy from a range of benefits such as private medical insurance, life assurance, and critical illness coverDiscounted confirmed flights for friends and family on BA from date of joiningOnce in role, access to standby flights (with eligibility for the Club Cabin) for yourself and three nomineesDiscounted standby travel on other airlines in the oneworld allianceDiscounts on car hire, hotels, leisure activities, entertainment and many more Inclusion & DiversityWe recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity, and identity to work. Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we're committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves.