Supplier Performance Manager F-H

Preligens; Bristol; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high-technology group in aviation and defense is seeking a Supplier Performance Manager. Responsibilities include managing supplier quality and logistics, conducting audits, and implementing improvement plans. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, a Master's degree, and is fluent in English. This position involves collaboration across various departments and frequent travel. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in supplier monitoring and development.
• Fluent in English.
• Technical affinity related to manufacturing processes.
• Rigor and organization in work.
• Project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the operational quality and logistics performance of suppliers.
• Lead action plans with suppliers for performance improvements.
• Conduct supplier audits and evaluations.
• Consolidate and analyze supplier performance data.
• Coordinate supplier improvement actions.

Skills

Supplier monitoring

Project management

Collaboration

Leadership

Quality tools proficiency

Education

Master's degree (Bac +5)

Tools

Kanban

MRP2

FMEA

Job description

Supplier Performance Manager F/H

Published: 04.29.2025

Company: Safran Aerosystems

Job field: Purchasing

Location: Chateaudun, Centre-Val-De-Loire, France

Contract type: Permanent

Contract duration: Full-time

Required degree: Master Degree

Required experience: More than 5 years

Professional status: Professional, Engineer & Manager

Spoken language(s): Fluent English

Reference: 2025-156931

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Job Description

- Monitor and manage the operational quality and logistics performance of a panel of mechanical suppliers from selection to series phase.

- Lead action plans with suppliers in case of recurrent deviations until performance levels are acceptable.

- Within existing contracts, secure and implement improvement plans to continuously increase supplier maturity levels.

- During this period of shortages and supply chain tensions, support procurement performance through escalation management and critical part monitoring.

- Be part of a dynamic team of 12 people across 6 production sites, with responsibilities including:

1. Managing supplier quality and logistics performance in coordination with procurement, quality, and purchasing teams.
2. Defining and monitoring surveillance plans, validating implementation, risk analysis, and continuous improvement.
3. Planning and conducting supplier audits and evaluations covering capacity, management, supply chain, quality, and processes.
4. Consolidating and analyzing monthly supplier performance data and sharing scorecards.
5. Managing supplier action plans and validating corrective measures for major incidents.
6. Coordinating supplier improvement actions within the contractual framework for six industrial sites in France.

Job Requirements

- Over 5 years of experience in supplier monitoring and development within industrial environments such as automotive or aerospace.

- Minimum Bac +5 level education.

- Fluent in English.

- Technical and industrial affinity related to manufacturing processes.

- Knowledge of industrial management tools (Kanban, MRP2, VMI, EDI, etc.).

- Proficiency in quality tools (FMEA, 8D, Ishikawa, 5P, etc.).

- Rigorous, well-organized, results-oriented personality.

- Project management experience.

- Leadership and listening skills.

- Basic APICS certification preferred.

- Frequent travel (50%) across production sites and suppliers.

- Collaborative work with various departments and groups within Safran.

Company Information

Safran is a high-technology group operating in aviation, defense, and space sectors, committed to a safer, more sustainable world. With 100,000 employees and €27.3 billion sales in 2024, it holds leading positions globally. Safran Aerosystems specializes in aviation safety and fluid management, with 5,200 employees across 7 countries. We value diversity and encourage applications from people with disabilities.

Workplace Location

Route de Jallans, 28200 Chateaudun, Centre-Val-De-Loire, France