ERP Methods and Tools Manager

Safran; Cwmbran; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ERP Methods and Tools Manager to enhance their supply chain operations. This pivotal role involves leading ERP initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals, and fostering collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset and proven experience in supply chain improvement projects. With a focus on operational excellence, you will drive the integration of best practices and manage key performance indicators. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity, skill development, and offers a supportive work environment with numerous benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays

Career progression

Family-friendly policies

Benefits schemes

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in ERP system management and supply chain improvements.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills required for team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of ERP tools and methodologies.
• Collaborate with leaders for continuous improvement in supply chain.

Skills

ERP best practices

Supply Chain standards

Office automation

KPI management

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Professional qualification such as BPICS, IOM, APICS, CPIM, CSCP

Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in aviation, defense, and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, with a focus on environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible air transport. Safran has a global presence with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, holding leadership positions in its markets. Safran is ranked 2nd in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" in the aerospace and defense industry.

Safran Seats is a leading manufacturer of aircraft seats for both crew and passengers, with 1 million seats currently in service worldwide.

Reference
2025-157005

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Supply chain manager

Job title

ERP Methods and Tools Manager

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

In the UK, Safran Seats specializes in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide-body aircraft, with teams in Cwmbran, Newport, Wales, and Brackley, England.

We seek an experienced ERP Methods and Tools Manager to lead the development, improvement, and management of SSGB's tools and methodologies related to ERP. The role involves shaping and executing the Supply Chain strategy, ensuring systems and tools align with business goals, and driving operational excellence. The candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, technical ERP expertise, and collaboration skills to optimize business operations. A strategic mindset, problem-solving skills, and leadership ability are essential.

The ERP Process & Tools Manager will:

• Ensure proper application and compliance with procedures within the scope.
• Collaborate with leaders to develop transformation plans for continuous improvement.
• Promote integration of Supply Chain and ERP best practices across Safran.
• Manage KPIs and develop actionable plans with department managers.
• Develop dashboards for supply chain monitoring and decision-making.
• Enhance training plans, versatility grids, and GPEC processes.
• Lead training for ERP key users and Supply Chain teams.
• Participate in Safran networks and benchmarking activities.

This role requires pre-employment checks, including criminal record checks. Candidates must disclose any unspent convictions during recruitment. Only those passing these checks will be considered.

Additional advantages and specifics

• Lead and mentor Key Users and Supply Chain teams.
• Define, implement, and document procedures in line with industry standards.
• Manage ERP service improvement projects.

Candidate skills & requirements

Knowledge:

• ERP best practices and Supply Chain standards
• ERP mechanics
• Office automation

Experience:

• Proven success in supply chain improvement projects with tangible results
• Excellent communication skills
• Activity tracking and KPI management
• Extensive ERP system management experience

Training and Qualifications:

• Professional qualification such as BPICS, IOM, APICS, CPIM, CSCP
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in related roles

Safran values diversity and inclusion, skill development, trust, and collaboration. Benefits include 25 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays, benefits schemes, career progression, and family-friendly policies.

Position location

Europe, UK, England

City

Llantarnam Industrial Park, Llantarnam NP44 3HQ Cwmbran