Procurement Agent M/F

Job description

Procurement Agent M/F

Job details

General information

Entity

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 Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 airframers in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day

Reference number

2025-169473

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Procurement officer

Job title

Procurement Agent M/F

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job 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 both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

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 step back and say, “We did that."

o Responsible for purchasing products from a portfolio of vendors (raw material, components, finished goods …)

o Evaluate material requirement planning based on customer demand and productions data (lead-times, transport, capacity …)

o Place Purchase Orders

o Manage purchase orders acknowledgements and register delivery confirmation date in the ERP

o Monitor the deliveries from vendors – when required organize freight and track in transit materials

o Support receiving department in resolution of receiving issues

o Identify and anticipate shortages (current or future)

o Evaluate the impact of shortages

o Expedite manufacturing with the vendors and make special freight arrangement when required

o Responsible for maintaining desired inventory levels for assigned materials

o Coordinate and conduct business review meetings with key suppliers

o Promote supplier adherence to schedules and execute 1st level crisis management when needed

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

o Adjust the procurement plan to the products manufacturing settings (yield, lead-times, …) – understands the manufacturing process for the products in the vendors portfolio

o Adjust the procurement plan to the products quality requirements (industrialization, risk release, concession rates …)

o Calculate vendors performance (OTD, DOD, commit adherence)

o Use autonomously of all usual transactions in the ERP (SAP ECC) and procurement software.

o Set up materials in the ERP and detect anomalies

o Plan and execute inter-company sales per demand plan

o Arrange for and authorize the return of rejected material to suppliers

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

o Expected travel around 10%

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Candidates for positions with Safran Landing Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available 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 Landing 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 Jeremy.dees@safrangroup.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Required behavioral dimensions:

o Building Strategic Working Relationships

o Decision Making

o Initiating Action

o Planning and Organizing

Candidate skills & requirements

Experience / Education / Certification:

o Associate's Degree or equivalent college credit required

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

o 2+ years of experience in a production or materials function

Annual salary

Starting at $62,000 annually

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Kentucky, Walton

City (-ies)

WALTON

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Associate Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes