Commodity Buyer - Special Processes and Machined Parts

Job description

Commodity Buyer - Special Processes and Machined Parts

Company : Safran Landing Systems

Job field : Purchasing

Location : Ontario , Ontario , Canada

Contract type : Permanent

Contract duration : Full-time

Required degree : Bachelor's Degree

Required experience : More than 5 years

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Job Description

• Manage a dedicated portfolio of direct and indirect suppliers located within North America. Essentially Machinists and Special Processes sources

• Manage the relationship from the sourcing (RFQ) up to the contract management during the life of the Contract.

• Accountable for the relationship with each supplier of the allocated panel.

• Accountable for the cost reduction plan with the supplier panel assigned.

• Contribute to set-up, then formalize and execute the strategy for the Machined-Parts & Special Processes Commodities

• Creation and management of RFQ process through the Supplier Selection and establishment of Safran Landing Systems contractual conditions with Suppliers

• Manage contracts in place with Suppliers assigned and anticipate renewals of contract, through J1 (tender) and Supplier Selection Committees

• Actively monitoring the performance of the supplier, and engage actions when needed in collaboration with the Supplier Performance Manager

• Identify cost reduction opportunities, manage the cost reduction plan, and report figures in the designed K.P.I. tool (SIEVO)

• Interface with other functions on all sites (Procurement, Production, Program, Quality, Industrialization) and act as a Purchasing focal point for the supplier panel allocated

• Resolve daily (tactical) issues related with suppliers, such as claims & litigations

Job Requirements

• A relevant University Degree and/or APICS, CPIM or CIRM/PMAC Certification.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, international experience in Aerospace preferred or in Mechanical Industrial Engineering; 5 years Purchasing experience

• Experience in the environment of the Special Processes (Heat-Treatment, Plating, Anodizing, Non-Destructive Testing, Shot-Peening, Thermal Spray, Grinding, etc..) – KEY SKILL

• Experience in leading Projects within multi-functional teams.

• Familiarity with Contracts, contract language and the ability to negotiate various types of contracts with suppliers

• Purchasing process leadership skills

• Strong negotiation skills

• Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to communicate effectively in a team environment and represent the Purchasing function towards the Supplier

• High working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

• Good knowledge of SAP environment

• Experience with accounting and financial principles

• Production control process knowledge, MRP and Flow Management.

• Ability to travel on short or long term within Canada & USA, as per project needs

Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply. If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.

SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us!

While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations.Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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