S&OP Lead

Job description

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group and tier-1 supplier of systems and equipment in the Aerospace and Defense markets. Operating worldwide, Safran has nearly 58,000 employees and generated sales of 15.8 billion euros in 2016. Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange, and its share is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices

Safran is ranked among the Top 100 Global Innovators by Thomson Reuters. Safran is also features at the top of the "Happy at Work" ranking compiled by the website meilleures-entreprises.com, as one of the most popular companies for young engineers* and in the LinkedIn Top Attractors in France.
*Universum and Trendence surveys

Safran Electrical & Power is specialized in electrical power systems for the aviation market, encompassing the entire electrical chain (generation, distribution, conversion, wiring, load management, ventilation, systems integration, and support services), along with engineering solutions for the aerospace, automotive and rail sectors. With 14,200 employees in 12 countries, Safran Electrical & Power is now a leading global OEM at the heart of the strategy and the research on the more electric aircraft.  

Job details

Main domain/Job field

Support functions - Purchasing

Job title

S&OP Lead

Employment type

Regular Full time

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Primary Function:
This position requires strong analytical, planning, forecasting and organizational skills. Manages sales, inventory, operation and planning process (SIOP), works closely with sales and marketing and master scheduler on forecast accuracy, trend analysis, areas of improvement, production plan compliance and inventory management, as well as projects to improve overall operations planning effectiveness. Position is also an escalation point related to supplier issues and material shortages. Works closely with the Purchasing Manager to ensure proper execution of purchasing action messages.

Essential Functions:
A. Manages daily, weekly and monthly SIOP processes, meetings and action plans, issues resolution and tracking
B. Champions SIOP process to utilize systematic process to determine right inventory levels required to match customer demand with available capacity
C. Associates SIOP and inventory levels to develop and implement strategies to minimize excess inventory and obsolescence
D. Leads a team of buyers in expediting material, working with suppliers (as necessary) and managing buyer action messages to align with production need dates and inventory reduction initiatives
E. Analyzes data, including SAP requirements planning information and prepares consolidated managerial reports as needed to facilitate and recommend actions to ensure plant/product line optimal supply chain execution
F. Measures forecast accuracy to the historical usage and customer provided forecast
G. Works closely with Purchasing Manager to support the purchasing function and stakeholders, communicating any supply challenges which may impact business operations
H. Monitors and advises any purchasing issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization
I. Builds, maintains and manages supplier relationships and works closely with Supplier Quality and Supplier Performance teams on continuous improvement
J. Data Analyst responsibilities include developing and maintaining daily, weekly and monthly KPI metrics and presentations
K. Working closely with Master Scheduler to maintain proper inventory levels
L. Regular, predictable attendance is required.

Position Criteria:
• Full knowledge of materials planning systems (MRP/ERP) requirements and order generation process logic
• Thorough understanding of SIOP and operational concepts surrounding production planning, scheduling, purchasing, forecasting and inventory control
• Ability to lead cross-functional process improvement teams
• Ability to analyze data and provide appropriate recommendations as well as influence others to execute timely required objectives.

Additional description

Desired profile

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.

Candidate skills & requirements

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Supply Chain experience in a manufacturing setting
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.