Safran Group
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Job Summary:
The Strategic Sourcing Manager plays a critical role in developing and implementing advanced purchasing strategies to support Safran Ventilation Systems' North American operations. Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager and Purchasing Director, this position requires in-depth knowledge of the global supply chain, strategic supplier management, and cross-functional coordination within the Safran group.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and formalization of Safran Ventilation Systems' purchasing strategy for key commodity categories in close collaboration with the global Purchasing Department. Monitor evolving market trends and supplier landscapes to identify innovative sourcing opportunities that enhance competitiveness and program objectives. Drive cost optimization initiatives and propose strategic solutions aligned with Safran's global business goals. Establish and maintain collaborative networks with Safran Purchasing entities worldwide to leverage synergies and align sourcing strategies across regions. Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers critical to Safran's North American production activities. Lead Request for Quotations (RFQs) and negotiate complex contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with Safran's rigorous standards and global policies. Chair supplier selection committees, collaborating with multi-functional teams to make data-driven sourcing decisions. Oversee supplier contracts, including General Terms Agreements and Price & Logistics Agreements, ensuring ongoing compliance and alignment with corporate objectives. Support New Product Introduction by coordinating sourcing activities across relevant commodity groups. Leadership and Compliance:
Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the Purchasing and Supply Chain departments, fostering a culture of operational excellence and innovation. Ensure strict adherence to Safran's purchasing policies, procedures, and corporate governance standards. Actively participate and contribute to departmental and cross-departmental meetings, driving alignment and knowledge sharing. General Duties:
Proactively work in continuous improvements within the department. Ensures that purchasing department follows all guidelines and procedures (Safran and Safran Ventilation Systems). Ensure reporting of consolidated Key Performance Indicators to the Purchasing Direction. Attends and actively participates in departmental meetings in a positive manner. Safran Ventilation Systems offers competitive salaries, recognition programs, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans with employer match, corporate university training courses, professional development programs, tuition assistance, flexible work scheduling and paid leave. Candidates for positions with Safran Ventilation Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Relocation assistance and/or visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this position. This description 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status. Safran Ventilation Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: 425.583.0810. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Job Requirements
Education: Bachelor's Degree (required) Experience: At least 3 years of experience in a production environment. Computer Skills: Proficient with Windows Operating System. Other Skills: Solid understanding of Production Planning and Production Scheduling, best practices and principles is required. Negotiation and technical skills. Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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Lead the development and formalization of Safran Ventilation Systems' purchasing strategy for key commodity categories in close collaboration with the global Purchasing Department. Monitor evolving market trends and supplier landscapes to identify innovative sourcing opportunities that enhance competitiveness and program objectives. Drive cost optimization initiatives and propose strategic solutions aligned with Safran's global business goals. Establish and maintain collaborative networks with Safran Purchasing entities worldwide to leverage synergies and align sourcing strategies across regions. Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers critical to Safran's North American production activities. Lead Request for Quotations (RFQs) and negotiate complex contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with Safran's rigorous standards and global policies. Chair supplier selection committees, collaborating with multi-functional teams to make data-driven sourcing decisions. Oversee supplier contracts, including General Terms Agreements and Price & Logistics Agreements, ensuring ongoing compliance and alignment with corporate objectives. Support New Product Introduction by coordinating sourcing activities across relevant commodity groups. Leadership and Compliance:
Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the Purchasing and Supply Chain departments, fostering a culture of operational excellence and innovation. Ensure strict adherence to Safran's purchasing policies, procedures, and corporate governance standards. Actively participate and contribute to departmental and cross-departmental meetings, driving alignment and knowledge sharing. General Duties:
Proactively work in continuous improvements within the department. Ensures that purchasing department follows all guidelines and procedures (Safran and Safran Ventilation Systems). Ensure reporting of consolidated Key Performance Indicators to the Purchasing Direction. Attends and actively participates in departmental meetings in a positive manner. Safran Ventilation Systems offers competitive salaries, recognition programs, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans with employer match, corporate university training courses, professional development programs, tuition assistance, flexible work scheduling and paid leave. Candidates for positions with Safran Ventilation Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Relocation assistance and/or visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this position. This description 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status. Safran Ventilation Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: 425.583.0810. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Job Requirements
Education: Bachelor's Degree (required) Experience: At least 3 years of experience in a production environment. Computer Skills: Proficient with Windows Operating System. Other Skills: Solid understanding of Production Planning and Production Scheduling, best practices and principles is required. Negotiation and technical skills. Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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