Program Purchasing Lead

Safran companies; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Purchasing focal point for their Integrated Program Team. The role involves managing purchasing processes, ensuring compliance with standards, and liaising with various teams. Candidates should have a degree in Business or Engineering and relevant experience in purchasing or supply chain management. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, with fluency in English preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of Purchasing, Supply Chain, and/or Engineering experience, preferably in Aerospace.
• Fluent in English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Represent as the focal & interface for the Purchasing process within the Integrated Program Team.
• Lead the estimation process as Purchasing's focal, providing and updating the Purchasing cost evolution.
• Ensure compliance with export control and offset obligations related to the supply base.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication

Team player

Business skills

Education

University or College Degree / Diploma

Job description

Job Description

For a Program (or a Program family), involving bought-parts—Build-to-Print & Build-to-Spec, System & Equipment parts & services (referencing design drawings and/or specifications, as well as Program-related Non-Recurring Costs (NRC) / investments):

1. Represent as the focal & interface for the Purchasing process within the Integrated Program Team (IPT).
2. Ensure clear communication and respect for Program (IPT) & Production strategies within the global Purchasing team.
3. Liaise, communicate & coordinate with the Purchasing Site Leader (PSL) & Commodity Buyer teams.
4. Manage & ensure the Purchasing process complies with AS-9100, aligned with APQP & SAFRAN Group rules—application of APQP & DVI PPAP.
5. Prepare Program Purchasing documentation such as Program Purchasing Plan (PPP), Program Work Package Agreement, Purchasing Roadmap, Program Overview, and other related activities.
6. Lead the estimation process (RC & NRC) as Purchasing's focal, providing and updating the Purchasing cost evolution from initial bid to certification.
7. Ensure contractual requirements are 'flowed down' from our Customers to the Commodity Purchasing team.
8. Inform the IPT of the impact of SAFRAN Landing Systems (SLS) technical, contractual, and logistical requirements on suppliers.
9. Complete all Purchasing actions timely to support the Program schedule.
10. Identify and manage Purchasing risks related to the Program, escalating issues as needed per SAFRAN Group Risk procedures.
11. Monitor key emerging & hot topics, ensuring relevant functions are informed and dedicated efforts are made.
12. Communicate changes/constraints from the final customer to Commodity Buyers.
13. Participate in Make or Buy decisions.
14. Coordinate with Implementation Specialists for equipment industrialization.
15. Update the Purchasing Program Dashboard and other specific Program reports.
16. Understand Customer Service Spares Parts requirements and include them in negotiations.
17. Ensure compliance with export control and offset obligations related to the supply base.
18. For Build-to-Spec products, lead activities with Suppliers to meet all milestones during development up to certification.

Job Requirements

• University or College Degree / Diploma, preferably in Business and/or Engineering.
• Technical appreciation of landing gear and manufacturing processes.
• Strong Business skills, Analytical mindset, and Rigor.
• At least 3 years of Purchasing, Supply Chain, and/or Engineering experience, preferably in Aerospace.
• Team player with excellent communication skills at all levels, capable of simplifying complex subjects.
• Fluent in English; French is an asset.
• Experience in Project Management and transversal management.
• Ability to analyze and formalize customer requirements.
• Understanding of technical environment and customer expectations.
• Experience in managing supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of purchasing administration and organization.
• Highly organized, rigorous, results-oriented, with strong conviction and relationship-building skills.

Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) encourages all applicants to apply, regardless of whether they meet all listed requirements. We value diversity and inclusion, aiming to leverage creativity, collective performance, and innovation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

Join SafranLS for a limitless career in Aerospace! Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.