Airbus
Business Operations Manager
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Job Description:
About the Opportunity
A great opportunity has been raised within Satair UK (an Airbus Service Company) to develop yourself and your career! We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person with a can-do mindset. Is that you? By joining the Satair UK team, you will play a key role in our organization, supporting operational projects while driving daily operational excellence.
As the Business Operations Manager, you will be at the core of our organization and office support processes, focusing on Facility Management, IT, Procurement, and PMO/Operational Projects. In this dynamic, high-visibility role, you will act as a key partner and proactive assistant to the Managing Director and leadership team—driving corporate governance, streamlining operational workflows, leading integration projects, and managing key third-party supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Support & Governance (PMO Function)
- Manage corporate governance and operational projects, including prioritizing, filtering, and gathering necessary information to facilitate executive decision-making.
- Support process integration and automation projects to modernize functional workflows.
- Perform diverse administrative and project support tasks to ensure seamless operations for the Managing Director and broader team.
- Develop governance metrics in Skywise and prepare data analysis sets
- Develop Skywise dashboard and data set to support governance
- Prepare monthly report for all management areas
General Procurement & Tenders
- Act as the General Procurement Delegate, ensuring strict process adherence for supplier approvals, Purchase Order (PO) creation, release, and tracking.
- Lead and manage end-to-end local tender processes and vendor evaluations.
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IT, Facilities & Health & Safety Management
- Serve as the primary focal point for all Facilities Management and IT inquiries, coordinating effectively with third-party service providers.
- Act as the Health & Safety (H&S) Focal Point, updating safety instructions and conducting required weekly/monthly safety checks.
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Systems & Tools: Computer literate with strong hands-on proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Google Workspace environment.
- Fast & Decisive Learner: Ability to quickly adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Self-Motivated: Proven capability to work under pressure using your own initiative while remaining accurate and dependable.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills with clear spoken and written English.
- Team Player: Flexible and collaborative attitude—comfortable both seeking and giving support across teams.
- Compliance Mindset: Strong ability to follow rigorous procedures/instructions with a firm understanding of workplace Health & Safety practices.
Skills & Abilities You Will Learn & Develop
- Advanced SAP operational knowledge.
- Operational project coordination and governance skills in a global corporate environment.
- High-level stakeholder communication and negotiation techniques.
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About Us
Satair UK is part of the Satair Group (an Airbus Services Company) with more than 1,100 employees across more than 10 locations worldwide. We are a premier provider of commercial aftermarket services, material management, and aerospace components. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Satair UK Limited
Contract Type:
Permanent
Experience Level:
Professional
Job Family:
Support to Management
By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
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