Procurement Manager - Engineering & Maintenance (Aerospace / MRO) in London

Job Description

Procurement Manager – Engineering & Maintenance (Aerospace / MRO)

London | £75,000 + Bonus + Benefits

A leading aviation organisation is seeking a strategic Procurement Manager to lead category management across Engineering & Maintenance. This is a high-impact role focused on shaping long-term sourcing strategies, optimising supplier performance, and delivering sustainable value across a complex global supply base.

This is not a transactional role—it’s a strategic position requiring a strong category management mindset and deep expertise within the aerospace / aviation sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and deliver category strategies across MRO, powerplant, airframe, spares, and technical services
• Lead long‑term strategic sourcing initiatives across a global supplier base, including MROs, OEMs, and component providers
• Conduct in‑depth spend analysis, market intelligence, and supplier benchmarking to inform category direction
• Drive strategic supplier relationship management (SRM), focusing on performance, innovation, and risk mitigation
• Lead complex commercial and contractual negotiations, ensuring long‑term value creation
• Partner closely with Engineering, Technical Services, and Maintenance Planning to align procurement strategy with operational needs
• Identify and deliver cost optimisation, value creation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure robust governance, compliance, and risk management across all supplier contracts
• Support the development of procurement best practice and mentor junior team members where required

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in strategic category management (not transactional procurement)
• Strong background within aerospace / aviation, ideally within an airline, MRO, or aircraft leasing environment
• Deep understanding of Engineering & Maintenance categories, including MRO, spares, and technical services
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute long‑term sourcing strategies
• Strong commercial acumen with experience leading complex negotiations and supplier strategies
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior technical and operational stakeholders
• Degree qualified (or equivalent); CIPS qualification desirable

Why Apply?

• £80,000 base salary + bonus
• Clear long‑term career progression within a growing procurement function
• Strategic, high‑visibility role with real impact on business performance
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to 1 month per year
• Collaborative, forward‑thinking environment with strong leadership support

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to step into a truly strategic category role within a dynamic and globally connected aerospace environment.