Procurement Officer

HI FLY is a leading widebody aircraft wet lease specialist operating worldwide, with an Airbus fleet of A330 and A340.

The wet lease business market is very demanding, and airlines are increasingly opting for wet lease solutions as they are found to be reliable, safe, and efficient. For that reason, Hi Fly fleet is steadily growing with new widebody additions in the coming months.

Considering the forecasted growth, we are currently looking for highly motivated Procurement Officers to join our Operations Procurement team in Lisbon-Portugal.

At the core of our organization's operational efficiency lies with the Operations Procurement Department, a vital component ensuring seamless procurement activities and management. The Procurement Officer plays a pivotal role in sourcing and negotiating essential activities for our daily operations. This position demands proactive and dynamic individuals capable of navigating the complexities of procurement in a fast-paced environment. The reporting line is to the Director of Planning & Operations Procurement.

What will be your main responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough market research to identify potential suppliers, evaluate bids, and negotiate contracts to secure cost-effective and high-quality goods and services;
• Develop and manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with established agreements;
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and strategies while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability in the procurement process;
• Work closely with various departments to understand their procurement needs and provide guidance on procurement processes;
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations, ensuring that all procurement activities adhere to legal and ethical standards;
• Develop and implement systems to assess supplier performance and responsiveness to issues;
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement within the procurement function and implement best practices.

Some of our requirements:

• Working experience in a similar role with other airlines (preferably);
• Ideally have a background in the aviation industry, such as operations;
• Capacity to work well in a fast-paced and demanding environment and be flexible to the changing needs of the business;
• Must have excellent analytical and creative thinking;
• Have a high level of professionalism and the ability to interact with all levels of leadership;
• Must be detail oriented and able to work productively, independently or within a team;
• Multicultural awareness, excellent interpersonal skills, and a clear communication style;
• Good commercial awareness;
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills;
• Fast learner and highly motivated;
• Good time management and organization skills;
• Fluent in spoken and written English is mandatory;
• Good proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite and be able to learn new systems quickly.

This is an office-based role working Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the wet lease operations (ACMI and Charter), this is not an ordinary office job, and you can expect some very challenging and exciting days upon joining our Organization.

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