Technical Contract Manager (Engine)

Synopsis

The incumbent will be responsible for overall technical sourcing, contract, and vendor management for Etihad Airways Technical. The scope and breadth of the role will include all technical procurement and maintenance contracts including, but not limited to, engines and APUs, components, BFE and IFE, wheels and brakes with total OPEX and CAPEX value approximately $1bn per annum. The incumbent will ensure fit-for-purpose processes are established and within governance, manage the day-to-day sourcing, contracting, and supplier management activities. The role is accountable for ensuring internal alignment with CAMO, Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders and lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to ensure the best outcome for Etihad Airways. The role will own relationships with suppliers and ensure supplier risk and performance management processes are in place to measure, manage supplier performance, and project manage remedial actions.

Accountabilities

• Lead the sourcing, contracting, and vendor management for Technical’s portfolio of OPEX and CAPEX contracts with a focus on the most complex, high-value, at-risk contracts (Boeing, Airbus, GE, Rolls Royce).
• Develop sourcing strategies and execute high-value RFPs and sourcing activities (within DOA and procurement guidelines) spanning across multiple products including engines, BFE, IFE, and components.
• Negotiate contractual terms and conditions, including disputes, with vendors whilst ensuring alignment with Etihad stakeholders such as Legal and Finance to deliver optimal outcomes for Etihad Airways.
• Own the preparation and maintenance of Technical’s vendor footprint, contract summaries, and supplier risk management processes.
• Lead vendor performance management by scheduling management and executive reviews, preparing vendor summaries and dashboards, and measuring contract performance including SLAs.
• Ensure fit-for-purpose contract administration processes are implemented and within governance.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities leveraging digital tools and solutions.
• Lead other projects and initiatives as directed by line manager and/or Head of Department.
• Coach and mentor staff across the department on contract and sourcing management.
• With safety as the number one priority, ensure all relevant airworthiness regulations, policies, and procedures are followed to support continuing airworthiness (CAMO function) of the airline.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Minimum 8 years job-related experience in airline or aviation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related qualification.
• Engineering and maintenance focused experience with BFE, engines, and components contracts.
• Demonstrated experience in vendor and contract management throughout the lifecycle.
• Commercially focused with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to effectively work with senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project management skills and experience in managing multiple projects is essential.

Additional Information

Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline – we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network, and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.

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