Manager, OEM Strategy and Procurement (Specification and BFE)

Reporting to Vice President, OEM Strategy & Procurement (Specification & Buyer Furnished Equipment), the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Aircraft Programs

• Working with airline customers and airframe Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to implement specifications on aircraft.
• Liaising with the relevant airframe manufacturers to ensure product is manufactured to the required specification and quality standards and is delivered on time and within budget.
• Supporting aircraft placement campaigns with internal stakeholders.
• Supporting the marketing team on specification and Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) matters during letter of intent and lease negotiations.

Aircraft Pricing Matters

• Providing pricing inputs for aircraft specification and BFE.
• Evaluating airline customers specification and providing support for pricing and specification checks.

BFE Supply Management

• Developing a sustainable buying strategy for BFE engagement that is aligned with Company’s goals.
• Developing a network within the BFE suppliers to position the Company as a top-tier leasing company.
• Leading pricing negotiations with BFE suppliers to ensure best possible outcome in line with buying strategy.
• Regularly sharing market insights, market intelligence and trends with key stakeholders across all business functions.

Market Trending analysis

• Engagement with airframe OEM and BFE suppliers to establish latest market trending for aircraft systems and cabin products.
• Monitoring of airworthiness mandates for regular reporting and implementation.

Ad hoc requests//Special Projects

• Ad hoc business projects as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering or a licensed aircraft engineer or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7-year relevant experience in Technical Services, Procurement, Aircraft Project role or in a similar capacity with an airline, aircraft lessor and OEM.
• Candidates with experiences in aircraft configuration, specification pricing, BFE contracts management and project management will be highly considered.
• Demonstrate good knowledge and competency of various civil aviation jurisdiction and airworthiness requirement (EASA/FAA/CAAC/etc.).
• Familiarity with the latest aircraft/engines/system/cabin product trends and the Company’s current and future aircraft portfolio will be an added advantage.
• Ad-hoc travelling will be required.
• Able to think strategically, highly analytical with strong commercial acumen and skills.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to evaluate, navigate and manage BFE contracts.
• Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills with the ability to successfully engage and influence stakeholders of all levels.
• Highly driven with a strong commitment to deliver quality work.
• Able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced working environment.
• Align with and demonstrate BOC Aviation Core Values, which are Integrity; Teamwork; Accountability; Agility; and Ambition.

If you like working in an international environment, please email your CV to us with details of expected remuneration together with a recent photograph to:

Chief People Officer
79 Robinson Road #15-01
Singapore 068897
Email: [email protected]
Visit our website for more information: www.bocaviation.com