Safran Group
Job Title
Buyer 2
General information Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.
Reference number 2025-165521
Domain Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile Purchasing - Products and services purchasing
Employment type Permanent
Professional category Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time Full-time
Job details 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 solid working knowledge of subject matter
Purchasing Execution
Make daily purchases and input into MRP system based on demand, while analyzing the quality, specifications, and delivery requirements
Ensure just in time supply aligns with loaded demand to maintain inventory targets
Send out quotations for bid on non-contracted items, and negotiate best price
Interface with planning and purchasing Integrated Program Team (IPT) to ensure any changes in schedule or requirements are flowed down to suppliers
Review purchase orders regularly and follow up on unconfirmed orders, past due items, etc.
Supplier Management
Generate effective communication, good relationships, and a positive image with suppliers, promoting courtesy, objectivity, and fairness
Act as authorized agent of the company and primary contact to assigned suppliers
Proactively manage suppliers and regularly assess performance to ensure on-time delivery of quality product
Manage program shortages and ensure supplier commitments
Candidate skills & requirements Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of supply chain/purchasing/sourcing experience
Computer Skills:
MRP system experience
MS Office Skills (Excel, PowerPoint)
Skills/Abilities
Strong written and verbal business communications abilities
Self-starter with ability to drive improvement, meet timeliness and objectives
Identifying problems working with teams to solve through leading actions collaboratively
Ability to analyze and communicate requirements
Ability to apply Supply Chain past experience to current environment and modify as needed
Ability to negotiate, influence, and win respect
Ability to make timely decisions and take actionAbility to provide information regarding tasks, plans, schedule and strategy to stakeholders
Customer service oriented
Working Conditions:
Manufacturing environment.
Physical Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or program management
Previous experience supporting manufacturing, aerospace preferred
Ability to read and analyze engineering prints
Annual salary $77,970 - $96,160 annually
Job location North America, United States, Washington
City (-ies) 415 Riverside Rd. WA 98201 Everett
Applicant criteria Minimum education level achieved Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required More than 3 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency Yes
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General information Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.
Reference number 2025-165521
Domain Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile Purchasing - Products and services purchasing
Employment type Permanent
Professional category Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time Full-time
Job details 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 solid working knowledge of subject matter
Purchasing Execution
Make daily purchases and input into MRP system based on demand, while analyzing the quality, specifications, and delivery requirements
Ensure just in time supply aligns with loaded demand to maintain inventory targets
Send out quotations for bid on non-contracted items, and negotiate best price
Interface with planning and purchasing Integrated Program Team (IPT) to ensure any changes in schedule or requirements are flowed down to suppliers
Review purchase orders regularly and follow up on unconfirmed orders, past due items, etc.
Supplier Management
Generate effective communication, good relationships, and a positive image with suppliers, promoting courtesy, objectivity, and fairness
Act as authorized agent of the company and primary contact to assigned suppliers
Proactively manage suppliers and regularly assess performance to ensure on-time delivery of quality product
Manage program shortages and ensure supplier commitments
Candidate skills & requirements Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of supply chain/purchasing/sourcing experience
Computer Skills:
MRP system experience
MS Office Skills (Excel, PowerPoint)
Skills/Abilities
Strong written and verbal business communications abilities
Self-starter with ability to drive improvement, meet timeliness and objectives
Identifying problems working with teams to solve through leading actions collaboratively
Ability to analyze and communicate requirements
Ability to apply Supply Chain past experience to current environment and modify as needed
Ability to negotiate, influence, and win respect
Ability to make timely decisions and take actionAbility to provide information regarding tasks, plans, schedule and strategy to stakeholders
Customer service oriented
Working Conditions:
Manufacturing environment.
Physical Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or program management
Previous experience supporting manufacturing, aerospace preferred
Ability to read and analyze engineering prints
Annual salary $77,970 - $96,160 annually
Job location North America, United States, Washington
City (-ies) 415 Riverside Rd. WA 98201 Everett
Applicant criteria Minimum education level achieved Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required More than 3 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency Yes
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