Procurement Manager - Engineering and Maintenance in Luton

We are easyJet – a FTSE listed, multi-billion pound low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We’re on a mission to make low-cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.

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READ ON IF YOU

• Have experience in procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management within engineering and maintenance of an airline or airline supplier (essential)
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, delivering commercial value, and building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
• Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week

THE TEAM

The Procurement Team manages a significant proportion of easyJet’s external spend and revenue, amounting to over £3 billion per annum. This covers Customer, Operations including Engineering and Maintenance, Fuel and Ground Handling, Commercial, Business, Corporate, Finance, People and IT functions. You’ll join a team that is central to easyJet’s continued growth and success.

THE ROLE

As Procurement Manager, you’ll focus initially on the Engineering & Maintenance category, reporting to the Lead Procurement Manager (E&M). You’ll be responsible for sourcing heavy and light base maintenance, line maintenance, spares components, powerplant and airframe requirements across all easyJet locations. You’ll deliver the Procurement Category Plan, complete spend and market analysis, engage stakeholders and suppliers, and drive value through end-to-end tender processes. You’ll actively seek opportunities to deliver cost savings, ensure robust contractual coverage, and maintain accurate records of contracts and suppliers. You’ll manage supplier relationships at account manager level, promote great supplier relationship management, and support business partners in resolving supplier issues. You’ll continually learn about industry developments to keep the Category Strategy progressive and meaningful.

Requirements of the Role

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Experience of engineering and maintenance categories within the aviation industry.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience.
• A formal CIPS qualification is an advantage.
• Strong negotiator and influencer with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at a variety of levels.
• Understanding of complex specifications and contract scopes.
• Ability to analyse large amounts of detailed financial information accurately.
• Experience completing robust competitive sourcing processes including tendering.
• Ability to persuade suppliers to improve their offer even with limited leverage.
• Open to new ways of doing things and views change as an opportunity.
• Understands business and external environment, is cost conscious and considers long-term implications.

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN

• Up to 20% maximum bonus
• 7% pension contributions
• Medical Cash Plan
• Excellent staff travel benefits
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday
• Various flexible benefits and extras

PRACTICALITIES

This full-time role will be based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and we spend 60% of our time per month in the office.

REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at ma.recruitment@easyjet.com. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.