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Safran Local candidates only, no relocation benefits. We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly say, “We did that.” Overview
The Safran growth strategy centers on three imperatives: growing company market share, customer satisfaction and achieving operational excellence. The buyer role is responsible for acquiring goods and services at a competitive price, ensuring that goods are of top quality, and facilitating delivery of goods via the issuance and management of a purchase order. Analyzes demand and plans supply, ensures efficient and quality execution of requirements and purchasing action messages, manages supplier delivery, quality, and cost performance and improvement. This role requires a diverse purchasing background and a thorough understanding of supplier performance, quality requirements, and documentation/certification processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation and contract administration skills, as well as the ability to mentor lower-level buyers and expeditors. The Aftermarket Buyer role supports critical post-delivery operations by sourcing and procuring aerospace components for spare parts, system upgrades, and maintenance programs. This position demands familiarity with a broad range of aircraft parts and aftermarket programs, enabling swift response to urgent customer requirements and sustained operational performance. The role helps sustain aircraft readiness, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance through agile supply chain coordination and vendor management. Responsibilities
Point of escalation to material issues that require attention and present a risk for the buyers to successfully execute the procurement process to meet the required demand dates Coach, train, and mentor junior Purchasing Agents Identify and manage special projects and teams, as required Assist in the continuous improvement of the Purchasing organization Act as authorized agent of the company, making financial commitments and managing key supplier relationships to ensure supply chain performance Manage complex supplier accounts, requiring advanced knowledge of commodity, supply base, and program Responsible for key suppliers, significant spend, and challenging supply chain problem resolution Provide peer review and oversight to junior Purchasing Agents Possess comprehensive knowledge of subject matter Coordinate with operations and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate sourcing of materials Monitor and report on purchasing KPIs, ensuring targets are met and deadlines are adhered to Review and adjust planning orders for accuracy, proactively correcting discrepancies to meet customer demands and production schedules Apply past experience to current environment and adapt as needed Negotiate, influence, and win respect; make timely decisions and take action Provide information regarding tasks, plans, schedule and strategy to stakeholders Customer service oriented Role Assignment
Acts as authorized agent of the company, making financial commitments and managing key supplier relationships to ensure supply chain performance Manages complex supplier accounts, requiring advanced knowledge of commodity, supply base, and program Responsible for key suppliers, significant spend, and challenging supply chain problem resolution Provides peer review and oversight to junior Purchasing Agents Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter Job Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field, or equivalent experience Experience:
Minimum of 6 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the aerospace or aviation industry for level 3. Level 2 is at least 3 years relevant work experience. Computer Skills:
Proficiency with Excel (including VLOOKUP) and PowerPoint for analytical reporting and presentations. Other Skills: Strong written and verbal business communications abilities Understanding of engineering principles and ability to interpret technical drawings Self-starter with ability to drive improvement, meet timeliness and objectives Identifying problems and solving them collaboratively with teams Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments Excellent analytical and organizational skills Coordinate with operations and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate sourcing of materials Review purchasing KPIs and ensure targets and deadlines are met Ability to read and interpret engineering prints; negotiate, influence, and win respect Ability to make timely decisions and take action Provide information to stakeholders about tasks, plans, schedules and strategy Customer service oriented Benefits & Notes
CSCP certification (preferred) Experience supporting manufacturing, aerospace preferred Medical, pension, vision, 401(k), paid leave, tuition assistance Company Information
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in aviation, defense and space markets. It has a global presence with 100,000 employees and substantial sales; Safran is recognized among TIME magazine's World's Best Companies list. Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports aerospace cabin interiors, equipment and systems. Locations & Nearby Roles
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Aftermarket Buyer 3 or 2
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Safran Local candidates only, no relocation benefits. We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly say, “We did that.” Overview
The Safran growth strategy centers on three imperatives: growing company market share, customer satisfaction and achieving operational excellence. The buyer role is responsible for acquiring goods and services at a competitive price, ensuring that goods are of top quality, and facilitating delivery of goods via the issuance and management of a purchase order. Analyzes demand and plans supply, ensures efficient and quality execution of requirements and purchasing action messages, manages supplier delivery, quality, and cost performance and improvement. This role requires a diverse purchasing background and a thorough understanding of supplier performance, quality requirements, and documentation/certification processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation and contract administration skills, as well as the ability to mentor lower-level buyers and expeditors. The Aftermarket Buyer role supports critical post-delivery operations by sourcing and procuring aerospace components for spare parts, system upgrades, and maintenance programs. This position demands familiarity with a broad range of aircraft parts and aftermarket programs, enabling swift response to urgent customer requirements and sustained operational performance. The role helps sustain aircraft readiness, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance through agile supply chain coordination and vendor management. Responsibilities
Point of escalation to material issues that require attention and present a risk for the buyers to successfully execute the procurement process to meet the required demand dates Coach, train, and mentor junior Purchasing Agents Identify and manage special projects and teams, as required Assist in the continuous improvement of the Purchasing organization Act as authorized agent of the company, making financial commitments and managing key supplier relationships to ensure supply chain performance Manage complex supplier accounts, requiring advanced knowledge of commodity, supply base, and program Responsible for key suppliers, significant spend, and challenging supply chain problem resolution Provide peer review and oversight to junior Purchasing Agents Possess comprehensive knowledge of subject matter Coordinate with operations and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate sourcing of materials Monitor and report on purchasing KPIs, ensuring targets are met and deadlines are adhered to Review and adjust planning orders for accuracy, proactively correcting discrepancies to meet customer demands and production schedules Apply past experience to current environment and adapt as needed Negotiate, influence, and win respect; make timely decisions and take action Provide information regarding tasks, plans, schedule and strategy to stakeholders Customer service oriented Role Assignment
Acts as authorized agent of the company, making financial commitments and managing key supplier relationships to ensure supply chain performance Manages complex supplier accounts, requiring advanced knowledge of commodity, supply base, and program Responsible for key suppliers, significant spend, and challenging supply chain problem resolution Provides peer review and oversight to junior Purchasing Agents Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter Job Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field, or equivalent experience Experience:
Minimum of 6 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the aerospace or aviation industry for level 3. Level 2 is at least 3 years relevant work experience. Computer Skills:
Proficiency with Excel (including VLOOKUP) and PowerPoint for analytical reporting and presentations. Other Skills: Strong written and verbal business communications abilities Understanding of engineering principles and ability to interpret technical drawings Self-starter with ability to drive improvement, meet timeliness and objectives Identifying problems and solving them collaboratively with teams Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments Excellent analytical and organizational skills Coordinate with operations and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate sourcing of materials Review purchasing KPIs and ensure targets and deadlines are met Ability to read and interpret engineering prints; negotiate, influence, and win respect Ability to make timely decisions and take action Provide information to stakeholders about tasks, plans, schedules and strategy Customer service oriented Benefits & Notes
CSCP certification (preferred) Experience supporting manufacturing, aerospace preferred Medical, pension, vision, 401(k), paid leave, tuition assistance Company Information
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in aviation, defense and space markets. It has a global presence with 100,000 employees and substantial sales; Safran is recognized among TIME magazine's World's Best Companies list. Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports aerospace cabin interiors, equipment and systems. Locations & Nearby Roles
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Garden Grove, CA . Other nearby roles and salary ranges are listed for reference.
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