Job Description:
Introduction:
An opportunity for an ERP Project Manager – Material Services has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).
Brief description of the department’s mission
The selected candidate will join the Material Services (TASM) Team, contributing to the digital transformation of the Services organization.
The team works in a multifunctional and interdisciplinary environment, collaborating closely with IT, Logistics, Operations, Finance and other business functions.
The jobholder will lead ERP-related digital transformation initiatives, acting as a bridge between business processes and IT solutions. The role will contribute to the definition and implementation of the ERP roadmap for Services, ensuring that Material Services requirements are properly addressed across the different workstreams and that digital solutions support operational, logistics and customer contract management needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The main tasks of the jobholder will be:
- Lead ERP and digital transformation projects throughout their end-to-end lifecycle, ensuring delivery according to agreed scope, planning, quality standards and business objectives.
- Define and manage the ERP Roadmap Functional Design for Services, translating Material Services business and logistics requirements into functional and technical needs.
- Coordinate multifunctional and interdisciplinary teams, working closely with IT, Logistics, Operations, Finance and other MFT Leads to ensure that Services requirements are properly covered across the different project workstreams.
- Act as the focal point for Services regarding project strategy, objectives, roadmap, planning and status, providing clear visibility and delivering effective presentations to senior management and key stakeholders.
- Oversee ERP integration and process optimization, ensuring effective interaction between SAP functional modules and alignment with Material Services processes, IT solutions and the wider digital ecosystem.
- Represent Services in relevant Landscape Change Boards when required, ensuring that ERP and digital solutions are aligned with internal Material Services processes and customer contract management requirements.
SKILLS:
Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to knowing you:
- Education: University degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Information Technology or a related discipline.
- Experience: Proven experience leading ERP-related digital projects as Project Manager, MFT Lead or in a similar role. Previous professional experience within Material Services (TASM) environments is highly valuable.
- Project Management: Strong ability to manage complex projects, with a focus on quality, methodology, planning and delivery.
- Leadership and soft skills: Demonstrated ability to coordinate and motivate multifunctional and interdisciplinary teams, manage diverse stakeholder interests, quickly understand new processes and translate business needs into actionable project plans.
- Communication: Advanced verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex business and technical topics clearly and present effectively to senior management and non-technical stakeholders.
- Technical knowledge: High-level knowledge of ERP functionalities and the interaction between different functional modules within SAP. Strong understanding of logistics and material processes, Material Services business processes, customer contract management and Material Services-specific IT solutions and digital ecosystems.
- Languages: Advanced level of English.
- Valuable / Nice to have: PMP certification and/or experience or certification in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?:
At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:
- Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.
- Attractive salary.
- Hybrid model of working when possible.
- Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.
- Benefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
- On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.
- Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
- Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.
- Option to access special rates in products & benefits.
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. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected].
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.
Company:
Airbus Defence and Space SAUEmployment Type:
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Experience Level:
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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. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected].
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Skills Required
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with strong quality control and methodology
- Exceptional coordination and leadership of interdisciplinary teams
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to present complex technical information to non-technical audiences
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to translate processes into actionable project plans
- Deep understanding of logistics and material services processes
- Knowledge of customer contract management
- High-level knowledge of SAP ERP functionalities and module integration
- Understanding of Material Services-specific IT solutions and digital ecosystems
- Proven experience leading ERP-related digital projects as a multifunctional team lead or project manager
- Previous professional experience in Material Services environments
- Experience coordinating and managing multifunctional teams
- PMP certification
- Agile or Scrum experience
Airbus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Airbus and has not been reviewed or approved by Airbus.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive in several locations, including medical, dental, and vision options available from day one in the U.S. Access to life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance/wellbeing support adds breadth to the health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as a meaningful part of the package through plans such as a 401(k) with company matching in the U.S. These programs strengthen long-term financial security beyond base wages.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous in some settings, including vacation availability from day one and extended holiday coverage. Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.
Airbus Insights
What We Do
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and acting with integrity. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place, on the ground, in the sky and in space.
