Supply Chain Specialist

Safran companies; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems seeks a Supply Chain Specialist to manage suppliers and enhance our procurement process. This role offers the chance to contribute to leading aerospace technology, ensuring quality supply chains while enjoying generous benefits and a supportive work environment. Join us in shaping the future of aviation.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Share scheme options

Generous pension scheme

Onsite parking

Flexible working options

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Significant supplier and order book management experience.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of suppliers to ensure requirements are met.
• Participate in multisite supplier business reviews.
• Work within a cross-functional team for work package transfers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Commercial awareness

Education

Experience in manufacturing/production environment

Demonstrable knowledge of ERP and MRP2 principles

Job description

Company : Safran Landing Systems Job field : Supply chain Location : Gloucester, England, United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Employees / Staff

Supply Chain Specialist
Aerospace Supply Chains, Coordinated by you…

As part of our Procurement team the Supply Chain Specialist will proactively manage a portfolio of suppliers ensuring we have a world class supply chain into site.

You'll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site it's an exciting time to join our growing local team.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work.

- We value your time: Enjoy a four and a half day week, giving you Friday afternoons to recharge.
- Time to unwind: Start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs.
- Sharing in our success: We believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options.
- Planning for your future: We offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary.
- Making your work life easier: Enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.
- Flexibility that works for you: We offer a wide range of flexible benefits and working options (role dependant), enhanced maternity and family friendly benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different.

Who are Safran Landing Systems?

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.

We're at the forefront of aerospace technology, creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co-ordination required to create an aircraft.

At Safran, we never take it for granted. Our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.

What will I be doing?

- Manage a portfolio of suppliers to ensure our requirements are met, working with poor performing suppliers to analyse the impacts of an improvement request and implement an action plan
- Participate in multisite supplier business reviews with a cross functional team (CFT)
- Work within a CFT to ensure successful work package transfers within the Supply Chain
- Support the Supplier Performance Quality Leader in the effective implementation of Supplier Performance strategy and initiatives
- Manage internal expectations with key customers to ensure full customer satisfaction.

Complementary Description

Why us?
Safran was ranked globally as the world's third best employer in its sector by Forbes magazine in 2021.

Our employees are at the heart of our success and we work together towards Four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:

• We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
• We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
• We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
• We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues

Job Requirements

What do I need to succeed in the role?

- Demonstrable working knowledge of ERP system and MRP2 Principles in SAP
- Significant supplier and order book management experience within an engineering environment
- Experience in manufacturing/production environment
- Proven ability to negotiate and influence suppliers using your broad understanding of business and your astute commercial awareness

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

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

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat ([e-mail]). We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.

Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check

Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

There is travel required with this role, visiting supplier sites when required on an ad-hoc basis.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 airframers in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day

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