Procurement Lead

Safran Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems is seeking a Procurement Lead in Toronto to manage supplier relationships and secure on-time component supply. The role requires coordinating with suppliers, navigating SAP-based workflows and driving continuous improvement in procurement processes.

You will lead meetings, analyze supplier performance, and contribute to aerospace manufacturing initiatives, with emphasis on quality, delivery, and cost control.

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree or PMAC certification required.
• 3-5 years of supply chain management experience in aerospace/high tech.
• Experience with SAP and aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of blueprints and specifications.
• Bilingual would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships under contract terms.
• Ensure on-time supply of components.
• Schedule orders and coordinate via SAP.
• Lead supplier visits and crisis management.
• Expedite concessions and resolve non-conforming products.
• Maintain supplier performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Rigor

Teamwork

Negotiation

Multitasking

Timelines

SAP

Blueprints

Manufacturing

Excel

MS Office

Education

University Degree

PMAC Certification

Tools

SAP Knowledge

Job description

Procurement Lead

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Reference number

2026-186212

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Procurement officer

Job title

Procurement Lead

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Responsible to manage the Supplier relationship within the framework for the contract, ensure the on-time supply of components in accordance with our requirements

• Monthly Reconciliation and Consolidation of PERFO& SUPPLIER of all Suppliers
• Supplier Visits - unplanned - crisis management, Quality and Delivery (includes travel time)
• NCR and Concessions Management, expediting concessions and returning non-conforming product, quarantine management
• Supplier Schedule, review prior to sending weekly, obtain commitments, conference calls if required and updating SAP with delivery commitments
• Purchase Order Management – issue purchase orders in line with stock targets
• Re-scheduling – management of exception messages to harmonize the supply and demand
• LOB and LRU delivery updates
• Sales Order management - demand changes, MPS
• Pilot the "Amber” level of the escalation process
• Shortage management – OE, CS measure the supplier's logistic performance, recovery plans
• Performance/Program Reviews
• Change Management Process - configuration changes, RFDC
• Un-receivables and receiving inspection support
• Material Master updates - lead-time, buyer code, safety time, batch sizes
• LEA activities, updated parts list
• COSA management
• Sale of Raw material
• Notice of Escape Management
• CS requests - for expedite and harmonization of supply and demand
• Quality Improvement plans - support SQA on improvement plans
• Planning - OVRMs implementation and management
• Change Management Process - configuration changes, RFDC
• Business Improvements - special projects, lean, improve ideas
• Industrialization Support
• Rate Readiness Assessments - Support SPL's during audits, average 1 per year
• SAP part management - lost parts, inventory adjustments, end user statements
• SAP contract management - pricing, updating PO's, part set-up
• Preparation for Customer PRA's
• Blocked Invoices - resolution of invoices

Candidate skills & requirements

Skills & Core Competencies: solid leadership skills; excellent oral, written and presentation skills; rigor and self discipline; outstanding teamwork; interpersonal and negotiation skills; ability to multi-task; work to tight timelines and project mode; sound understanding of SAP and manufacturing Processes along with the ability to interpret blueprints and specifications; comprehensive understanding and use of Microsoft Office products, especially Excel; Bilingual would be an asset

Education &/or Certifications: relevant University Degree or College Diploma (e.g. Supply Chain Management or Operations Management) and/or PMAC certification

Work Experience: 3-5 years Supply Chain Management experience in Aerospace Manufacturing or High Tech Environment

Specialized Knowledge- SAP and Landing Gear/Aerospace manufacturing and special processing

Salary: $67,300 to $84,100

Reason for Recruitment: Increase workload

Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply. If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.

SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us!

While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements:Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations.Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. SafranLS TOR is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Accessibility and Accommod

Job location

Job location

North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto

City (-ies)

Ontario

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years