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Manager of Ground Operations and Airports Procurement

Luton, Vereinigtes Königreich Zaventem, Belgien; Hannover, Deutschland; Rijswijk, Niederlande; Stockholm, Schweden Hybrid Unbefristet Vollzeit Depends on Location 138490

As our Manager of Ground Operations and Airports Procurement, you'll lead medium to high value procurement projects while building supplier relationships that optimize value across TUI Airline's ground operations and airport services, working flexibly across categories to support our global network. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

  • You'll build subject matter expertise in ground operations and airports, obtaining market intelligence and analyzing developments to identify savings opportunities while reviewing supplier quality and performance.
  • You'll manage the procurement process for medium to high value projects, leading negotiations with operational stakeholders while evaluating requests and challenging suppliers to provide innovative solutions.
  • You'll oversee medium-to-high value contracts throughout their lifecycle, providing guidance on contractual matters while supporting operational departments in ongoing supplier management activities.
  • You'll manage escalated contractual claims and disputes, developing long-term supplier relationships through regular performance reviews and analysis of operational risks based on market intelligence.
  • You'll develop internal and external networks across SM&P, TUI Airline colleagues and suppliers, ensuring optimal outcomes while working flexibly across categories to support team workload.
  • You'll undertake business travel for internal purposes and supplier visits, with the flexibility to work from home when not needed in the office as work is something you do, not somewhere you go.

ABOUT YOU 

  • You have a relevant  a CIPS qualification or equivalent professional experience, with a Master's degree being desirable but not essential.
  • You bring proven experience in procurement with a track record of managing projects, planning delivery and coordinating inputs from different stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
  • You're highly proficient in English with knowledge of other languages being desirable, and possess a commercial mindset that continually evaluates costs and benefits.
  • You have strong numeric and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail, able to identify key drivers in any scenario and challenge assumptions creatively.
  • You possess good understanding of contractual legal terms and conditions with effective communication skills to tailor messaging for different stakeholders.
  • You're skilled in negotiation, influencing and persuading, able to build relationships and deliver results across diverse teams and cultures.

ABOUT OUR OFFER

  • Working in the leading global tourism group: We stand for intercultural cooperation and offer the opportunity to work in international projects and teams.
  • Mobile working, flexible working hours and working from abroad: We believe that work is something you do, not where you go. 
  • Development and career opportunities: We promote the potential of our employees with a wide range of (digital) training opportunities and international career opportunities.
  • Personal benefits: We offer attractive remuneration, generous travel benefits, extensive health & wellbeing offers and much more.

​​We love to see your uniqueness shine through and inspire the future of travel.​  If you would like to read more about what Diversity & Inclusion means to us simply visit Our DNA

If you require any further information regarding this opportunity, please email careers@tui.co.uk

We really value your interest in TUI and will be back in touch with you shortly after the application closing date.

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  • Luftfahrt, Luton, England, Vereinigtes KönigreichLöschen
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