Safran

Sourcing Specialist

Safran$70K — $111K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Engineering, Materials or Business (preferred) or equivalent experience
  • 5 years experience in Supply Chain or Materials Management
  • Strong negotiation skills and business orientation
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
  • Proficient in ERP systems principles and Microsoft Office applications
  • Fluent communication in English
  • Strong problem-solving and project management skills

Responsibilities

  • Drive sourcing strategies for assigned commodities
  • Analyze spend and identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Prepare and manage RFP/RFQs and negotiate supplier terms
  • Support supplier selection processes and present findings to the Sourcing Council
  • Ensure compliance with sourcing strategies and organizational policies
  • Maintain accurate records within ERP systems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate supplier capabilities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care (medical, dental and vision)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid time off for vacation and personal days
  • Employee discounts & rewards on consumer products/services
Full Job Description
Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Purchasing - Purchasing administration

Job title

Sourcing Specialist

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Sourcing Specialist you'll play a pivotal part on our Purchasing team. The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing within Safran Cabin. The Sourcing Specialist is involved in all phases of sourcing requiring the skills necessary to identify cost savings opportunities from program inception through its maturity. The Sourcing Specialist will deploy sourcing strategies defined by the Commodity Managers by reviewing Supplier product onsite. The Sourcing Specialist shall prepare and send out Request for Proposal/ Request for Quotation (RFP/RFQ), negotiate main terms and conditions, prepare the information package to support supplier selection. The Sourcing Specialist must understand the relevant contracts and act as a liaison between specific suppliers and internal program's sales, management, engineering, etc.

In the performance of his/her duties, the Sourcing Specialist shall utilize the tools, methods and processes deployed by Strategic Purchasing as well as assure adherence to and compliance with the applicable Safran Cabin Inc.

This position contributes to our vision by:
• Full ownership for establishing and driving results of sourcing strategy for assigned commodity.
• Support the different Cabin divisions and/or sites in the Americas
• Analyzes spend; determines opportunities, recommends what to buy, how to buy and where to buy.
• Develops an understanding of supplier market economics and implications for procurement and recommends opportunities to reduce costs.
• Actively participates in and supports the development of proposals, strategic planning, and budgeting processes. Conducts comprehensive cost analyses based on current market conditions to inform the creation of proposals that align with program budgets.
• Prepare and deliver a comprehensive presentation on selected Suppliers for final approval from the Sourcing Council as dictated per established process.
• Responsible for reducing Purchase Price Variance (PPV) by validating Standard cost and Contract price alignment and reviewing for discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate ERP records to reflect supplier changes approved by Sourcing Council.
• Review Engineering drawings to identify materials and manufacturing process for potential cost saving opportunities.
• Other duties may be assigned

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

Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for aircraft interiors.

Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.
Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.
Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.

Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!

Cabin TA:
• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!

The expected salary range for this position is between $70,750 - $111,180 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.

Candidate skills & requirements

Qualifications:
Education: BS degree in Engineering, Materials or Business (preferred) or equivalent education or experience.
Experience: 5 years' experience in Supply Chain or Materials Management.
• Negotiation skills and business oriented.
• Organized and adaptable to priority changes.
• Ability to manage projects with multi-functional team, identify and recommend resources, identify potential issues/risks, etc.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, technical specifications, technical reports, etc...
• Good understanding of ERP systems principles.
• Notions of contract provisions.
• Ability to produce accurate and reliable reports and data
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project
• Fluent communication in English is mandatory.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience working aircraft OEM
• Ability to work well independently and cross-functionally
• Strong communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to motivate team efforts to accomplish goals
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to develop, implement and monitor corrective action plans

Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Knowledge of databases is preferred

Working Conditions:
1. Does require fluent communication in English language.
2. Employment Status may be part-time, full-time, or temporary.
3. Traveling may be required.
4. Protracted or irregular hours may be required.
5. Relocation to another Safran facility may be required.

This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job, rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Annual salary

$70,750 - $111,180

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, California, Anaheim

City (-ies)

1620 Sunflower Avenue CA 92626 Costa Mesa

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)

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

No

About Safran

Safran is a French multinational aerospace and defense company. It designs, manufactures, and sells aircraft engines, rocket engines, and other aerospace components. Safran is also involved in the defense industry, producing optronics, avionics, and other defense systems. The company has partnerships with several other aerospace and defense companies, including General Electric and Boeing. Safran has operations in over 60 countries and employs over 95,000 people.
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