Procurement Leader

Job description

Procurement Leader

Company : Safran Landing Systems

Job field : Supply chain

Location : Gloucester , England , United Kingdom

Contract type : Permanent

Contract duration : Full-time

Professional status : Employees / Staff

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Job Description

Procurement Leader

Global Aerospace Supply Chains

Coordinated by you

As part of our Procurement team the Procurement Leader will proactively manage a portfolio of suppliers ensuring we have a world class supply chain into site.

You'll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site it's an exciting time to join our growing local team.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work.

• We value your time: Enjoy a four and a half day week, giving you Friday afternoons to recharge.

• Time to unwind: Start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs.

• Sharing in our success: We believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options.

• Planning for your future: We offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary.

• Making your work life easier: Enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.

• Flexibility that works for you: We offer a wide range of flexible benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different.

Complementary Description

Who are Safran?

We're at the forefront creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co-ordination required to create an aircraft. At Safran, we never take it for granted. From commercial aviation to defence, our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.

What will I be doing?

• Manage a portfolio of suppliers to ensure our requirements are met

• Work with poor performing suppliers to analyse the impacts of an improvement request and implement an action plan

• Participate in multisite supplier business reviews with a cross functional team (CFT)

• Work within a CFT to ensure successful work package transfers within the Supply Chain

• Support the Supplier Performance Quality Leader in the effective implementation of Supplier Performance strategy and initiatives

• Manage internal expectations with key customers to ensure full customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements

What do I need to succeed in the role?

• Good working knowledge of ERP system and MRP2 Principles in SAP

• Significant supplier and order book management experience within an engineering environment

• Experience in Aerospace would be an advantage

• Proven ability to negotiate and influence suppliers using your broad understanding of business and your astute commercial awareness

Specificity of the job

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat.

We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.

Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check

Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.

Locate your future workplace

Cheltenham Road EastGL2 9QH

Gloucester

England United Kingdom

Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.