Purchasing Data Analyst

Safran S.A.; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Pension scheme with salary sacrifice (

Private medical cover

Cycle to work

Life Assurance (4x)

Discretionary benefits platform

Enhanced family friendly policies

Annual share save schemes

Job summary

Safran Seats in Cwmbran, Wales, is seeking a Purchasing Data Analyst to drive data quality, develop performance insights, and support digital transformation in Purchasing.

You will develop KPIs and dashboards, create Power BI reports, and collaborate with data owners to improve governance and data consistency across Purchasing systems. A background in data analytics and ERP/MRP data is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient with data analysis and reporting using MS Excel and Power BI.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management abilities.
• Experience with ERP/MRP data and data governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and analyse Purchasing KPIs and dashboards across Quality, Cost, Delivery and operations.
• Create and enhance Power BI reports to support decisions.
• Act as Purchasing focal point for ERP data, processes and data quality management.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

Power BI

MRP Systems

ERP data

Job description

Purchasing Data Analyst

Cwmbran

On-Site

Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran, Wales.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you - both in and out of work, including:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
• Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work
• 4 x Life Assurance
• Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
• Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
• Annual share save schemes.

Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Your Role:

You will play a key part in driving data quality, developing performance insights, supporting digital transformation initiatives, and enhancing Purchasing processes across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and analyse Purchasing KPIs and performance dashboards covering Quality, Cost, Delivery, and operational metrics.
• Create and enhance Power BI reports and dashboards to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Act as the Purchasing focal point for ERP data, processes, and data quality management.
• Work closely with data owners and stakeholders to improve data governance, accuracy, and consistency across Purchasing systems.
• Support the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation opportunities within Purchasing processes and reporting
• Manage and maintain Power BI and Power Platform applications to drive business efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) subject matter expert, supporting users, delivering training, and coordinating PRA activities.

What you'll bring:

Essential:

• Computer literate with MS Office Software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), MS Outlook, MRP Systems
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Ability to establish good working relationships across departments and with supplier representatives at all levels
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills

Desirable:

• Engineering Degree
• Team Management / Leadership skills
• Read and understand engineering drawings
• Knowledge of Purchasing activity within a manufacturing environment

We 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 anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.

Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.