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Director of Supply Chain (H/F) - SAFRAN ELECTRONICS & DEFENSE AVIONICS USA, LLC
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Overview
Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission est de contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs et réalise un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024. Safran Electronics & Defense propose des solutions d'intelligence embarquée pour comprendre l'environnement, réduire la charge mentale et garantir une trajectoire, même en situation critique, sur terre, en mer, dans le ciel ou dans l'espace. La société met les expertises de ses 13 000 collaborateurs au service des fonctions observer, décider et guider, pour les marchés civils et militaires. Mission description
Job Summary: The Director of Supply Chain will lead multiple teams of supply chain professionals across various sites in the US and Mexico. These teams are responsible for both direct and indirect procurement, developing and implementing strategies for our future supply base, managing supplier performance, and achieving internal business objectives. The Director of Supply Chain is involved in critical day to day procurement operations and is responsible for both the tactical and strategic aspects of the supply chain organization and improving our tools and processes to ensure high customer satisfaction and preparing our supply chain for future operational needs. The Director of Supply Chain will have ownership over key performance areas, including supplier on-time delivery, production material costs, supply chain improvement goals, and other KPIs. Essential Job Functions: Plan and manage all activities involved in sourcing and procurement according to business needs. Manage inventories to achieve cash flow goals by matching demand with supply while minimizing inventory levels. Coordinate the activities of the Supply Chain and set priorities to ensure operational efficiency. Ensure that cost, quality, and delivery goals are met. Develop and drive a continuous improvement agenda to ensure successful execution of productivity projects. Adapt the Supply Chain organization to its environment, linking major business functions and processes into a cohesive, high-performing model. Create and maintain a positive working environment with other functional leaders. Define, adapt, and improve procurement methods. Organize or negotiate contracts with suppliers. Work on supplier improvement initiatives to enhance performance. Maintain and optimize the business supplier panel by fostering and developing sustainable relationships. Participate in the ERP implementation concerning Supply Chain aspects, focusing on change management. Maintain periodic KPIs to analyze performance and define root cause and corrective actions for unmet metrics. Align and establish goals and objectives for the Supply Chain department, in line with the business strategic roadmap and operational objectives. Drive talent development strategies, including succession planning and career development processes. Assign and monitor the work of subordinates, including training, coaching, performance planning and appraisal, hiring, transferring, promoting, or terminating employees. Comply with all safety, health, and environmental regulations as prescribed by law and company policies; pro-actively follow HSE standards and procedures within daily work, remaining alert to potential safety hazards. Other duties may be assigned. Required Competencies
Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in business or engineering from an accredited institution (MBA preferred) 10+ years of leadership experience in a high product mix environment. 5+ years of leading large teams. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to build good working relationships across department and with supplier & customer representatives Ability to drive cross-functional alignment of demand, supply, and inventory plans to optimize service levels, working capital, and operational efficiency through the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process Demonstrable knowledge of ERP IT literacy in MS Office Working knowledge of Power BI and SAP Leadership Skills / Management Skills / Personal Skills Change agent Ability to manage and solve conflicts Ability to analyze, synthesize, and manage complex situations, solving conflicts and driving team alignment Strong customer orientation, with a focus on quality control, integrity, and time management Demonstrated capability to mentor, coach, and develop teams, fostering a high-performance culture Critical Thinking Ability to contribute at a strategic level within the business Highly organized, rigorous and goal-oriented Strong communication, listening and negotiation skills
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Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission est de contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs et réalise un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024. Safran Electronics & Defense propose des solutions d'intelligence embarquée pour comprendre l'environnement, réduire la charge mentale et garantir une trajectoire, même en situation critique, sur terre, en mer, dans le ciel ou dans l'espace. La société met les expertises de ses 13 000 collaborateurs au service des fonctions observer, décider et guider, pour les marchés civils et militaires. Mission description
Job Summary: The Director of Supply Chain will lead multiple teams of supply chain professionals across various sites in the US and Mexico. These teams are responsible for both direct and indirect procurement, developing and implementing strategies for our future supply base, managing supplier performance, and achieving internal business objectives. The Director of Supply Chain is involved in critical day to day procurement operations and is responsible for both the tactical and strategic aspects of the supply chain organization and improving our tools and processes to ensure high customer satisfaction and preparing our supply chain for future operational needs. The Director of Supply Chain will have ownership over key performance areas, including supplier on-time delivery, production material costs, supply chain improvement goals, and other KPIs. Essential Job Functions: Plan and manage all activities involved in sourcing and procurement according to business needs. Manage inventories to achieve cash flow goals by matching demand with supply while minimizing inventory levels. Coordinate the activities of the Supply Chain and set priorities to ensure operational efficiency. Ensure that cost, quality, and delivery goals are met. Develop and drive a continuous improvement agenda to ensure successful execution of productivity projects. Adapt the Supply Chain organization to its environment, linking major business functions and processes into a cohesive, high-performing model. Create and maintain a positive working environment with other functional leaders. Define, adapt, and improve procurement methods. Organize or negotiate contracts with suppliers. Work on supplier improvement initiatives to enhance performance. Maintain and optimize the business supplier panel by fostering and developing sustainable relationships. Participate in the ERP implementation concerning Supply Chain aspects, focusing on change management. Maintain periodic KPIs to analyze performance and define root cause and corrective actions for unmet metrics. Align and establish goals and objectives for the Supply Chain department, in line with the business strategic roadmap and operational objectives. Drive talent development strategies, including succession planning and career development processes. Assign and monitor the work of subordinates, including training, coaching, performance planning and appraisal, hiring, transferring, promoting, or terminating employees. Comply with all safety, health, and environmental regulations as prescribed by law and company policies; pro-actively follow HSE standards and procedures within daily work, remaining alert to potential safety hazards. Other duties may be assigned. Required Competencies
Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in business or engineering from an accredited institution (MBA preferred) 10+ years of leadership experience in a high product mix environment. 5+ years of leading large teams. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to build good working relationships across department and with supplier & customer representatives Ability to drive cross-functional alignment of demand, supply, and inventory plans to optimize service levels, working capital, and operational efficiency through the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process Demonstrable knowledge of ERP IT literacy in MS Office Working knowledge of Power BI and SAP Leadership Skills / Management Skills / Personal Skills Change agent Ability to manage and solve conflicts Ability to analyze, synthesize, and manage complex situations, solving conflicts and driving team alignment Strong customer orientation, with a focus on quality control, integrity, and time management Demonstrated capability to mentor, coach, and develop teams, fostering a high-performance culture Critical Thinking Ability to contribute at a strategic level within the business Highly organized, rigorous and goal-oriented Strong communication, listening and negotiation skills
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