Airport and Ground Services Procurement Manager

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit someone for the role of Airport & Ground Services Procurement on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the definition and implementation of the sourcing strategies for airports and ground services (passengers & cargo) in Hong Kong and the outports and for managing the supplier relationship management process.

Role: Airport & Ground Services Procurement
Salary: On Application
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hong Kong

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the airport and ground services commercial engagement strategy for Outports ensuring a refreshed strategy is defined annually.
• Conduct global/regional/local market analysis and identify trends that may have positive or negative impacts on the company, develop new strategies to effectively leverage or mitigate these.
• Develop and manage senior relationships with key airports, regulatory authorities, IATA (airport charges and ground handling) and ground handlers.
• Effectively manage key stakeholders at a senior level in ASD, CSD, PLN and outports to drive further efficiencies across the business.
• Manage end to end sourcing strategy and RFQs for outport ground services (passenger/cargo)
• Engage airport authorities and regional governments in the lead up and prior to launch of new routes to capitalize on commercial benefits at RCR level
• Manage the commercial relationship in conjunction with FOP of Cathay's outsourced hotel sourcing provider, ensuring that contractual obligations and key terms and met and honoured
• Respond to and attend (as required) global airport consultation meetings on airport development/charges
• Drive high performance culture and standards among APD community.

Education and Experience

• 5 years' relevant experience.
• University graduate in related discipline.
• Procurement and Category Management experience is essential.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and contract law.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Ability to inspire, and build trust and respect among the APD community.
• Excellent people skills, including the ability to negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

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