Paul Gibson

In 2010 I decided to relocate to North Germany for personal reasons. Upon moving to Germany in late October 2010 I attended an intensive German course (5 days per week) from mid November 2010 until the end of February 2011. Upon securing a contract opportunity with Airbus Operations GmbH, through GED Limited, I concluded my German course and commenced work in early March 2011.

Contract Manager accountable for management of all UK avionics and power equipment contracts relating to the US Joint Strike Fighter Program. Was the primary commercial interface with Lockheed Martin Procurement Managers and led the negotiation of all new business proposals and contract change proposals, inclusive of pricing and terms and conditions. Relied on by Business and Programme Directors to provide key commercial and contractual advice.

Commercial Manager within the Land Division of BAE Systems and charged with founding the Commercial ‘Front Office’ team co-located with the UK MoD Customer. Managed several innovative UK Army vehicle availability service contracts ranging in value (£25m - £60m) and built important key relationship with Customer Commercial Team. Managed two commercial direct reports / members of staff.