Job Description/Specification:
Qatar Airways is building a Talent Pool for future Supply Chain opportunities within its CAMO Supply Chain team in Doha. This engineering-related position focuses on aircraft materials procurement, supplier coordination, order management, and supporting Qatar Airways Technical maintenance activities.
The role is particularly relevant for professionals with experience in aviation supply chain, aircraft materials, procurement, technical purchasing, or maintenance support.
💼 Key Responsibilities
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Process Aircraft Materials Requisitions (AMRs) and assess material requirements for maintenance activities.
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Review pricing information and obtain quotations from approved suppliers to identify suitable commercial options.
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Negotiate purchase, loan, and exchange arrangements while considering price and delivery requirements.
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Prepare and process Purchase Orders, Exchange Orders, and Loan Orders.
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Coordinate with Technical Materials Planning, MOCC, Engineering, Technical Records, Warranty, Logistics, and Maintenance teams.
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Ensure appropriate Delegation of Authority (DOA) approval is obtained before releasing orders to approved suppliers.
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Provide supplier-selection information, including pricing, delivery lead time, and vendor location.
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Ensure shelf-life-controlled items are sourced with at least 80% remaining shelf life.
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Obtain supplier order acknowledgements within seven days of order release and actively monitor outstanding orders.
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Work to maintain overdue orders within the specified 5% threshold.
🎯 Requirements
Candidates are expected to meet one of the following educational and experience profiles:
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High school, vocational, diploma, or equivalent qualification with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
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Good working knowledge of computer systems and relevant supply chain applications.
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Ability to understand aircraft parts certification and technical documentation.
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Familiarity with technical publications, vendor manuals, and TPM requirements.
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Knowledge of applicable EASA, FAA, and QCAA regulations.
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Strong communication and follow-up skills when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-sensitive aviation environment.
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Persistence and attention to detail when monitoring procurement activities and overdue orders.
🚀 Why This Opportunity Stands Out
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The position provides exposure to aircraft maintenance supply chain operations.
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The role combines procurement, supplier management, technical documentation, and aviation requirements.
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Employees work with multiple technical and operational functions supporting aircraft maintenance.
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The position can provide valuable experience in an international aviation environment.
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The opportunity is structured as part of a Talent Pool for future openings, making relevant experience particularly important.
👤 Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suited to professionals with experience in aviation procurement, aircraft materials, technical supply chain, MRO purchasing, or aerospace logistics.
A strong candidate should be comfortable working with technical information while maintaining close control over prices, delivery timelines, approvals, supplier responses, and order status.
The role also suits someone who can remain organized when several maintenance requirements arise simultaneously. Persistence is important because supplier follow-up and overdue-order management are significant parts of the position.
⭐ Skills That Will Help You Succeed
Technical understanding is only one part of this role. Successful candidates will need a combination of:
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Aircraft parts and materials knowledge
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Procurement and supplier-management skills
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Quotation analysis and commercial negotiation
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Understanding of purchase, exchange, and loan orders
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Technical-document interpretation
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Knowledge of aviation regulatory requirements
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Computer and supply chain system proficiency
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Deadline and priority management
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Clear communication and persistent supplier follow-up
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Strong attention to accuracy and documentation
Understanding the relationship between aircraft maintenance requirements and supply availability can also help candidates perform effectively.
💡 How to Stand Out
Your CV should make your aviation supply chain experience immediately clear. Instead of simply stating “procurement experience,” identify the types of materials, components, suppliers, and orders you have handled.
Highlight experience with AMRs, aircraft components, purchase orders, exchange or loan transactions, supplier quotations, shelf-life items, MRO activities, or aviation technical documentation where applicable.
Quantifiable achievements can strengthen your profile. Consider including figures such as the number of orders processed, suppliers managed, average procurement value, delivery improvements, or overdue-order reductions.
If you have worked with EASA, FAA, QCAA, or other aviation regulatory requirements, make this visible rather than burying it in a general skills section.
🎤 Interview Preparation
Candidates should be prepared for questions covering both procurement and aviation operations.
Potential questions include:
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How would you evaluate competing supplier quotations?
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What factors would you consider when selecting an aircraft-parts supplier?
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How would you handle an urgent aircraft material requirement?
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What steps would you take if a supplier fails to acknowledge an order?
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How do you manage overdue purchase orders?
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What is the importance of shelf life when procuring aircraft materials?
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What experience do you have with EASA, FAA, or QCAA requirements?
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How do you prioritize multiple maintenance-related procurement requests?
Prepare specific examples demonstrating supplier negotiation, urgent procurement, problem-solving, and effective follow-up.
📈 Career Growth
Experience in aircraft materials and CAMO supply chain can provide a foundation for progression into areas such as Senior Supply Chain Specialist, Aircraft Materials Specialist, Procurement Specialist, Supply Chain Planning, MRO Procurement, or Supply Chain Management.
Career progression will depend on experience, qualifications, performance, and available opportunities within the aviation organization.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this Supply Chain role based?
The position is based in Doha, Qatar.
Is this an immediate vacancy?
The position is described as a Talent Pool for future openings, rather than a guarantee of an immediate appointment.
What educational background is accepted?
The stated routes include a high school/vocational/diploma qualification with relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree with relevant experience.
Is aviation experience important?
The role involves aircraft materials, technical documentation, maintenance support, and aviation regulations, so relevant aviation or technical supply-chain experience is highly applicable.
Which regulations should candidates know?
The requirements specifically mention familiarity with EASA, FAA, and QCAA regulations.
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