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AEROCONTACT

Procurement Agent M/F (H/F) - SAFRAN LANDING SYSTEMS KENTUCKY, LLC

AEROCONTACT, Walton, Oregon, United States, 97490

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Safran is an international high‑technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. The company employs 100,000 people worldwide and is a leader in landing systems for aircraft, with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and innovation.

Mission Description POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of collaboration and individual contributions. The role is an opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense, helping to create a safer, more sustainable world.

Responsibilities

Purchase products from a portfolio of vendors (raw materials, components, finished goods)

Evaluate material requirement planning based on customer demand and production data (lead‑times, transport, capacity)

Place purchase orders and manage acknowledgements, registering delivery confirmation dates in the ERP

Monitor vendor deliveries, organize freight, and track materials in transit

Support receiving department in resolving receiving issues

Identify and anticipate shortages (current or future) and evaluate the impact of shortages

Expedite manufacturing with vendors, arranging special freight when required

Maintain desired inventory levels for assigned materials

Coordinate and conduct business review meetings with key suppliers

Promote supplier adherence to schedules and execute first‑level crisis management when needed

Ensure orders adhere to supplier agreements and contracts; report non‑conformance

Adjust procurement plans to product manufacturing settings (yield, lead‑time) and quality requirements (industrialization, risk release, concession rates)

Calculate vendor performance (OTD, DOD, commitment adherence)

Use SAP ECC and procurement software autonomously

Set up materials in the ERP and detect anomalies

Plan and execute inter‑company sales per demand plan

Arrange for and authorize the return of rejected material to suppliers

Interface with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to achieve quality and cost goals

Expected travel around 10%

Experience / Education / Certification

Associate’s Degree or equivalent college credit required

BA/BS degree preferred (Engineering or related technical field preferred)

2+ years of experience in a production or materials function

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain; Staffing and Recruiting

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