What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Safran?
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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 Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.
Reference number
2025-158134
Job details
Domain
Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile
Supply chain - Procurement officer
Job title
Buyer
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
For us, working at Safran 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.
The goal of the Buyer is to drive customer satisfaction through procurement excellence by ensuring suppliers deliver On Time, On Quality and On Cost.
Issue Purchase Orders to pricing, terms & conditions negotiated and agreed to by Safran.
Generate Purchase orders on assigned parts, use analysis tools provided, including an MRP system.
Ensure on-time delivery with recurrent follow with vendors.
Ensure Safran requirement and Customer requirement will be follow and accomplished with the vendors.
Resolve issues with suppliers, including recovery from late orders and rejected product.
Support Safran's customer support team by providing clear status on outsourced Purchase orders.
Assist sourcing team in negotiating Long Term Agreements.
Contribute to management reports as required, including status of open purchase orders, backorder list, and supplier measurements.
Manage projects as assigned by the manager, working with peers in other departments.
Prepare purchasing documentation and verify nomenclature and specifications of purchasing requisitions.
Implement continuous replenishment strategies with assigned suppliers.
Updating and maintaining purchase orders in MRP system for changes in design and delivery requirements.
Analyzing data, including enterprise requirements, planning information, and prepare reports as needed to facilitate and recommend actions to ensure optimal supply chain execution.
Comply with plant safety procedures to ensure a safe environment.
Focus on internal and external customer satisfaction.
Reviews disputed invoices and works with finance/suppliers to resolve issues.
Candidate skills & requirements
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree, in a related field, from a regionally accredited institution.
Must have SAP Experience.
Capacity to logically solve problems and manage projects by utilizing a data-driven, detail-oriented, approach.
Analytical ability to prepare supplier performance reports, cost/price analyses, and other performance measures.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to participate in and/or lead a cross-functional team.
Proven use of negotiation techniques and tactics.
Possess ability to drive for results, hold self and others accountable, and continuously improve.
Proficient user of computers and computer software.
No relocation benefit is offered for this position.
Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO-9001/ FAR/DFAR U.S. Government procurement procedures preferred.
Job knowledge:
Demonstrated ability to set and achieve stretch goals quickly, while possessing strong people skills
Certification by NAPM or APICS preferred
Experience applying Lean and Continuous Improvement ideas
Proven expertise at achieving and sustaining supplier OTD
Understands and applies Quality and Safety standards consistently
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Office, SharePoint and SAP
Leadership skills / Management skills / Personal skills
Exceptional character, honesty, integrity and reliability
Well organized, resourceful and efficient
Sets the highest standard of professionalism
Treats everyone with the utmost decency and respect
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Drives culture in a very positive way
Salary : $52,000 - $73,000