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Technical Supply Chain Manager
Application deadline: 30.09.2024
Location: Norway
Type of contract: Permanent
"Our people are the heart of Norwegian.
We embrace a culture of diversity ,equality and inclusion.
Embracing this culture is critical to our business success and makes us stronger together.
Our people have different knowledge, experiences, and backgrounds,
but all share a passion for our vision; to become the most loved and trusted airline in Europe”.
Are you our new Technical Supply Chain Manager?
Come join our team!
Norwegian is looking for a Technical Supply Chain Manager who, together with your team, will be responsible for class-leading executuing of Material Requirement Planning.
You will encompass inventory, procurement, logistics and demand for all parts required for smooth operational maintenance of Norwegian`s fleet of aircraft. You will lead a procurement team with a culture for continuous improvement, maintaining budgetary responsibility, and top-notch KPI performance.
The Technical Supply Chain Manager role is locted at Oslo Airport Gardermoen and reports to Director Planning.
We can offer:
- Market-aligned compensation
- Possibility to travel in Europe with employee priced tickets
- Set your own footprint in a friendly working environment
- Passionately colleagues and an energetic and innovative work environment
- Employee share savings plan
- Good pension and insurance schemes
You are our ideal candidate if you have:
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- Experience within purchasing, supply chain or logistics.
- Bachler or Master’s degree in relevant area, preferably within logistic or technical, experience may compensate for lack of education
- Very good communication skills both oral and written in English
- Ability to delegate and have the oversight of multiple projects
- Technical know-how and analytical capability to establish vital supplier know-how is a plus.
- Use a methodical and systematic approach, plan ahead, define clear priorities and allocate resources effectively.
- Experience from the digitization of processes and newer software in the supply chain is an advantage.
This job is for you if you have:
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- A positive attitude and focus on strengths in teamwork
- Must be able to work independently
- Passion for supplier performance, ERP- and operational excellence
- A strong ownership along with desire to achieve sustained performance and results.
In this role you will be responsible for:
You will be accountable for a broad range of duties, including but not limited to:
- Team Leadership & Development: Directly responsible for leading and developing a procurement team of 15 professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Ensure that the team is motivated, well-trained, and aligned with the departments strategic goals.
- Budget Management: Take full responsibility for the budget of the Technical Supply Chain department, including procurement. This includes forecasting, monitoring, and controlling expenditures to ensure the department operates within financial targets.
- Strategic Procurement Oversight: Oversee all procurement activities, ensuring the efficient and effective sourcing of materials and services. Implement strategies that optimize costs, improve supplier relationships, and enhance the overall supply chain performance.
- Performance Management: Set clear performance expectations for the procurement team and regularly assess their progress. Provide coaching and support to ensure that individual and team KPIs are met or exceeded.
- Financial Accountability: Ensure that all procurement activities contribute to the departments financial objectives, working closely with finance teams to report on budget performance and make necessary adjustments.
- Supplier & Vendor Management: Manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet the organizations standards for quality, delivery, and cost-effectiveness. Regularly review supplier performance and negotiate contracts to achieve the best possible terms.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Maintain close collaboration with other departments such as Planning, Projects, Engineering, and MRO, ensuring that procurement processes support the overall business objectives.
Do you have any questions?
If so, please contact:
Andreas Nistad
Director Maintenance & NP P-145
Email: andreas.nistadnorwegian.com
Mette Gulbrandsen
HR BP Operations
Email: mette.gulbrandsennorwegian.com
So, what are you waiting for?
If you love the thought of working with us, we encourage you to click the Apply Now button to complete our online application. You will need to upload a recent copy of your resume with a cover letter and tell us why you want to join us.
Please note: We can only accept applications that have been submitted through our recruitment system. We will accept Your CV and Cover letter, in both English or in a Scandinavian Language
“We care for each other, our customers and our environment as we navigate the skies the Norwegian way”
We hope to welcome you on board!
Location: Norway
Travel required: Some travelling must be expected
Application deadline: 30.09.2024
Our Story
Norwegian is a leading Nordic aviation group headquartered in Fornebu, Bærum. The company has over 8,200 employees and owns two of the leading airlines in the Nordic region: Norwegian Air Shuttle and Widerøes Flyveselskap. Widerøe was acquired by Norwegian in 2024, with the goal of offering customers seamless travel across the airlines networks. Norwegian Air Shuttle has around 5000 employees and offers an extensive route network connecting the Nordic countries to popular destinations in Europe. Widerøes Flyveselskap is Norways oldest airline and has more than 3,500 employees. The Norwegian group is a driver for sustainable solutions and continuously works to reduce its own emissions. Among several initiatives, investment in the production and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is the largest focus. Norwegian aims to become the sustainable choice for passengers and contribute to the green transformation of aviation.
