Procurement Contracts Manager (Space Systems)

About the role

Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a Procurement Contracts Manager to join its Procurement Contracts department in Toulouse, dedicated to the Space Systems business line. The role sits at the intersection of innovation and execution, supporting the development of next-generation space systems for commercial and governmental customers, in close collaboration with Sales, Finance, Legal and Export Control. It is a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the focal point for procurement contracts for applicable Space Systems business activities and programs.
• Support and drive Call for Tenders by assessing and approving contractual baselines, evaluating bid terms, preparing negotiations and overseeing contract awards.
• Draft, negotiate and lead contract work in close collaboration with the Procurement function.
• Approve and sign the Contract Validation Form, capturing executive summaries, deviations, risks and opportunities before final signature.
• Oversee the contract lifecycle, including complex contracts, amendments, claims and settlement agreements.
• Mitigate contractual risks through expert analysis during disputes with partners and suppliers, and support claims and pre-litigation matters.
• Provide contract design, drafting and negotiation expertise to departments outside Procurement, and advise on confidentiality and IP implications of strategic projects.
• Develop the Procurement Academy training and coach stakeholders in contract management and negotiations.
• Standardize procurement excellence by proposing, drafting and revising standard contracts covering economic, commercial, technological, legal and risk requirements.

Required profile

• Legal background or contractual knowledge from previous experience.
• 8+ years in contract negotiation, with exposure to Sales and/or Procurement.
• Fluent English, oral and written, with strong drafting skills.
• Willingness to undergo the process to obtain a national security clearance, or already holding one.
• Customer-oriented, analytical and pragmatic, able to balance contractual and business risks and compliance.

What we offer

• Attractive salary, success agreements, profit sharing, employee savings plan and voluntary employee stock purchase plan.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible, extra days off for special occasions and holiday transfer option.
• Complementary health insurance and, depending on the site, health centre, concierge, gym and carpooling app.
• Unlimited access to over 10,000 e-learning courses, certifications, expert career paths and mobility opportunities.
• Development opportunities within contracts, legal or commercial functions across the Airbus group.