Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Procurement officer

Job title

Aftermarket Spares Forecaster

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Administrative staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

2. Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

A) Deploy Aftermarket Stock Plan an forecast Strategy for SUS
Execute and adapt the overall aftermarket stock plan strategy within the SUS perimeter, ensuring alignment with company objectives and market/customer demands.
B) Customize our Forecasting Tools and KPIs
Adapt and refine demand forecasting tools and key performance indicators to meet the specific requirements and operational particularities of the SUS domain.
C) Participate to Local Optimization of forecast and Processes
Analyze historical sales data at the part number level to generate accurate forecasts, enabling anticipation of customer orders and proactive inventory availability
D) Customer inputs Analysis ("Customer Listening")
Collaborate closely with the program team and customers to gain a deeper understanding of customer needs and expectations, integrating this feedback into the demand forecasting process.
E) Life Cycles and Items evolution tracking
Work with the aftermarket product support engineering team to define technical forecasts based on program developments, technical modifications, and product lifecycle stages.
F) Forecast Consolidation and ERP Integration
Consolidate forecasts from multiple sources (historical sales, customer listening, technical analysis) by part number, quantity, and required dates, and ensure accurate loading into the ERP system.
G) Supply Capacity Alignment
Coordinate with Supply Chain teams to assess and confirm supply chain capacity and capability to meet forecasted demand.
H) Aggregate Demand Analysis
Calculate forecasts by commodity group to provide a comprehensive view, complementing part-level forecasts.
I) Forecast Performance Measurement
Measure and monitor the accuracy, coverage, and stability of demand forecasts, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative metrics.
J) Customer Satisfaction: Assess the impact of forecast accuracy on customer on-time delivery and overall satisfaction.
K) Inventory Management: Monitor consequences of demand planning on inventory, including assessing residual stock and related costs.
L) Participation to S&OP and Demand Processes
Actively participate in local Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to synchronize demand plans with broader business objectives.
M) Cross-functional Collaboration
Engage with all aftermarket teams (sales, program management, planning, engineering, front and back office, marketing) to continuously improve the quality and reliability of demand forecasts.
N) Other Duties as Assigned.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Candidate skills & requirements

3. Qualification Requirements

A. Education & Qualification-
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain related field or a minimum of 6 years in Supply Chain/Demand Management.

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge-
• Additionally, 6 years' experience in Supply Chain / Demand management
• English - fluent
• ERP M3 or similar
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)
• BI Basic Knowledge (Hyperion/Birst)

C. Professional Skills-
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Ability to read and review written communication.
• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

D. Behavioral Skills (Based on this list, please describe the skills which are essential, necessary and useful to perform well in the job) i.e.:
• Customer satisfaction oriented
• Logistics knowledge
• Problem Solving/Analytical mind
• Communication proficiency
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team
• Flexible
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated

E. Desirable Aspects-
• APQP, D&PFMEA, Control Plan, etc.
• CATIA V.5

Travel-
International and/or Domestic travel required; Less than 5%.

Annual salary

Based on market data.

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Gainesville

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes