Global Strategic Sourcing Expert (Autonomous & Impactful)

Safran; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Aerosystems seeks a Lead Strategic Sourcing professional to identify, evaluate and develop new global suppliers, strengthening the supplier base and competitiveness. The role requires independent thinking, market research, and self-education across products, commodities and suppliers.

The position collaborates with the Europe-based counterpart to define and implement sourcing strategies, delivers market analyses and strategic recommendations, and supports supplier development to drive

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Good knowledge of aerospace industrial processes.
• Knowledge of the Aero Excellence approach.
• Proficiency in APQP principles and quality tools.
• Good understanding of Supply Chain and industrial logistics issues.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Professional procurement certifications (CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent).
• Fluency in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate and develop new sources of supply on a global scale.
• Provide market analyses and strategic recommendations to Commodity Managers.
• Support supplier development opportunities and cross-functional projects; involve Procurement, SPM, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Contribute to defining and implementing sourcing and commodity strategies for the group and business units.
• Provide contracting support and influence without direct authority through fact-based recommendations.

Skills

English

French

Education

Master's degree

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Safran Aerosystems seeks a Lead Strategic Sourcing professional to identify, evaluate and develop new global suppliers, strengthening the supplier base and competitiveness. The role requires independent thinking, market research, and self-education across products, commodities and suppliers.

The position collaborates with the Europe-based counterpart to define and implement sourcing strategies, delivers market analyses and strategic recommendations, and supports supplier development to drive