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Head of Aircraft Procurement Department

About the job

My Freighter as one of the fast paced Air Cargo Carriers in Central Asia is rapidly expanding working staff

This is a senior-level role responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of aircraft procurement — from market analysis and deal negotiation to contract execution and delivery coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead the procurement team: structure workflows, assign tasks, manage performance, and develop team capabilities;
Develop and implement procurement strategies in alignment with fleet requirements and company objectives;
Manage procurement budgets and ensure cost optimization;
Negotiate with domestic and international suppliers, conclude and monitor contracts;
Ensuring the availability of all required certificates and documentation (e.g., EASA Form 1, FAA 8130, and others);
Monitor stock availability and guarantee timely delivery of parts and components;
Conducting tender procedures, evaluating suppliers, and monitoring the fulfillment of contractual obligations
Coordinate customs clearance and international logistics processes;
Collaborate closely with maintenance, engineering, legal, and finance departments;
Prepare and present procurement reports and analytics to management;
Support aviation audits (e.g., IOSA, EASA) and implement improvement actions;
Initiate and participate in procurement process automation and digitalization projects.

Education / Experience Requirements:

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Higher education in engineering, economics, logistics, or a related field (aviation-related degrees are preferred);
At least 5 years of experience in procurement of aviation equipment and spare parts, with a minimum of 2 years in a managerial role;
In-depth knowledge of aircraft components, systems, tools, and materials used in commercial or cargo aviation;
Proven experience in working with OEMs, MRO providers, and certified suppliers;
Familiarity with aviation documentation such as EASA Form 1, FAA 8130, CoC, and traceability

Professional Skills:

Strong understanding of aviation procurement standards and regulations (e.g. ATA, IATA, ICAO, IOSA);
Ability to build procurement strategies, manage annual budgets, and optimize supply chain operations;
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, 1C, RAMCO or equivalent);
Skilled in tendering, vendor assessment, contract negotiation, and long-term supplier management;
Risk management competencies and ensuring continuity of critical supplies;
Proficiency in English (Upper-Intermediate or higher) for communication, negotiations, and reviewing technical documentation

Other Requirements:

Strong leadership skills with proven team management experience;
Analytical thinking and strategic decision-making abilities;
High level of responsibility, flexibility, and problem-solving mindset;
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in international logistics and customs clearance processes;
Participation in aviation audits (e.g. IOSA, EASA) or audit readiness initiatives;
Familiarity with digital transformation or procurement process optimization projects;
International certifications such as CIPS, PMP, or APICS will be a strong advantage.

What we offer:

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