Procurement Applications and Process Specialist

Airbus•Herndon, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Procurement Applications and Process Specialist to serve as the regional focal point for procurement and digital solutions and processes. This role acts as the critical bridge between the Procurement business functions & Digital teams locally and globally. The successful candidate will ensure the stability of current applications while driving key improvements specifically focusing on Coupa, SAP / ERP harmonization.

Requirements

ERP Mastery: Advanced experience with SAP and Coupa (integration and run-mode) is mandatory.
Procurement Tools: Proficiency in e-Sourcing and e-Procurement suites (e.g., Coupa, SAP).
Digital Fluency: Is required
Bachelor Degree in IT/Computer Science or relative field required
Minimum 8–10 years in Procurement Applications, Business Relationship Management, or Digital Transformation.
Proven track record of system harmonization within a large-scale industrial environment (Aerospace or similar complex manufacturing preferred).
Experience managing cross-border stakeholders
Ability to translate complex technical requirements into business-friendly language.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to to align the stakeholders.
Aptitude for navigating high-complexity, "versatile" program manager roles.
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.

Nice To Haves

Master Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Tools & Processes maintenance
Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the primary regional expert for all procurement-related tools, including SAP, Coupa, Data Analytics and integrated applications.
Strategic Advisory: Provide technical and process-driven guidance to the Procurement team. Solutions to ensure alignment with the wider Airbus ERP landscape.
Change Management: Drive the necessary change management with stakeholders.
Stakeholder Management: Secure deep integration with European central functions and regional IM/Digital organizations. Maintain transparency and alignment with Procurement, Digital teams and others as necessary.
Requirement Arbitration: Act as a mediator between change-specific needs and standard procurement business requirements to ensure scalable solutions.
Continuous Improvement: Identify and execute strategies for regional process optimizations that align with global organizational standards.

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