Supplier Performance Manager - 6 Month FTC

Job description

Supplier Performance Manager - 6 Month FTC

Vacancy 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 Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

Reference

2025-168206

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Purchasing - Supplier performance management

Job title

Supplier Performance Manager - 6 Month FTC

Employment type

Fixed Term contract

Contract length

6 months (initial)

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

What's special about us?

Safran Helicopter Engines are the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. Our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the SHE Group, performing level 1 to level 3 maintenance and repairs on complex helicopter engine components. Our experienced teams partner with our broad, global customer base, providing both technical expertise and broader support in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets.

What will I be doing?

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Support a portfolio of suppliers on a day to day basis – project performance and supply chain risks with face to face and regular meetings or conference calls. Reporting back to management of any risk, performance, quality concerns or improvement plans

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Coordinate and attend supplier visits (frequency 2-3 visits per week) with purchasing and procurement team taking into consideration open order books, forecasts, performance and supplier overview.

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Assess supply chain and suppliers capability and capacity to meet current and future delivery or short, medium and long term requirements

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Identify, Advance and mitigate potential Supply Chain Risks and put in place associated improvement and mitigation plans

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Facilitate monthly supplier reviews in collaboration with Supplier Quality Manager, Supplier Development Engineer, Purchasing and Procurement departments, buyers and present to management as required

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Utilise measures (OTD and scorecards) and communicate (internally and externally) overall performance (Milestones of industrialisation, supply-Chain (OTD) and Quality (PPM)

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Prepare, plan and facilitate the monthly supplier performance review

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Establish action plans with the suppliers aimed at achieving operational objectives and monitor the implementation.

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

Why us?

Operating worldwide, Safran Helicopter Engines employ 5,900 people and have more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries, and 22,000 engines in service.

Located in Fareham on the South Coast of the UK, we've been a leader in the aerospace market for over 80 years, with a reputation for putting our customers first. Supporting both the civil and military markets, our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the Safran Helicopter Engines Group.

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:

• 25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays)

o Additional day for every 10 years' service

• Flexitime – where you can accrue up to your contractual hours

o Option to leave from 12:30 on Friday (role dependant)

• Hybrid working – on site 3 days per week from home 2 days (role dependant)

• On site restaurant with daily £1.50 subsidy for lunch

• Barista coffee on site

• Generous 10% pension contributions (after 3 months)

• Health cash back scheme (after probation)

• Purchase of company shares (after 3 months)

• Annual bonus of up to 5%

• Company sick pay

• Our dedicated Benefits Portal with a range of lifestyle benefits, including life assurance, cycle to work, retail discounts, access to healthcare & wellbeing services.

• Ample free parking

• Green scheme

o Accrue points for traveling to work by bike, walking, public transport or car share

o Once a quarter receive Amazon vouchers for the points (40 points = £10)

Candidate skills & requirements

What do you need from me?

Knowledge

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Significant experience in Supply Chain/Production,

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Lean 6 Sigma

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Literate in Microsoft package (Excel / PowerPoint / Word)

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Use of ERP (SAP)

Skills

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Excellent problem solving skills.

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Experience of supply chain management and supplier development in the Aerospace, Defence or Manufacturing environments is desirable

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Demonstrated ability to improve Supplier Performance (Delivery and Quality)using appropriate tools and lean methodologies

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Proficient in creating/ validating process flows, lead time analysis, understanding capacity bottlenecks, yield, resources and sub-tier mapping activities to form an industrial view of supplier

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Hold excellent problem solving skills and understanding of techniques such as DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) to develop and implement root cause analysis and improvement plans within Supply Chain

Qualities

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Professional

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Excellent attention to detail

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Self-motivated and well-organised

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Ability to multi-task and prioritise

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Ability to communicate/challenge appropriately

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Has a collaborative/positive approach

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Ability to work as part of a team as well as autonomously

What's my next step?

Please apply via the website and if you have what we are looking for, a member of our talent acquisition team will be in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

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 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.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, South West

City (-ies)

Segensworth North Fareham Hampshire