Systems and Equipment Buyer – Procurement

About the role

ATR is seeking a Systems and Equipment Buyer to join its Direct Procurement Directorate in Toulouse. You will be responsible for negotiating and managing contracts for the supply of systems and equipment installed on ATR aircraft, ensuring optimal conditions for the company and its customers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead negotiations with suppliers on price, new products, and services using competitive or gré-à-gré approaches.
• Manage purchase contracts, amend terms, and enforce contractual provisions.
• Monitor supplier performance, drive remedial actions, and handle claim management.
• Coordinate preparation of senior‑management meetings with suppliers and keep contract‑related IT data up to date.
• Prepare and participate in Commodity MFT activities.
• Benchmark market trends for the commodity and support various ATR directorates.
• Lead Requests for Proposals, incorporating stakeholder requirements.
• Represent ATR at supplier sites, industry events, and working groups.
• Undertake occasional business trips as needed.

Required profile

• Commercial master’s degree with a solid technical background, or an engineering degree with business experience.
• Proven experience in similar procurement roles.
• Ability to draft contractual documents (legal background required).
• Strong knowledge of supply‑chain and purchasing processes.
• Good understanding of aircraft systems and aircraft maintenance.
• Negotiation skills in English and French.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication.
• Team‑oriented with the ability to coordinate across departments.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• SAP

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a human‑size, innovative aerospace company.
• Attractive employee benefits and a collaborative environment.