Program Buyer

Safran; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Aerosystems USA, Wall Township, NJ, seeks a Program Buyer to lead procurement across aerospace programs from development through production entry. You will optimize cost, quality, delivery, and regulatory compliance in a safety-critical environment.

You will collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality, acting as the primary purchasing interface to support program targets and business goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement for aerospace programs.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all procurement activities for assigned aerospace programs through development, qualification and production entry.
• Serve as primary purchasing interface with Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Suppliers and Customer teams to support program objectives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Cost analysis

Contract management

Program management principles

Supply chain risk management

ERP/MRP systems proficiency

Data analysis and reporting

Job description

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Join Safran Aerosystems: an international leader in aviation safety, fluid management and fuel systems. Our strength? Innovating to enhance flight safety (oxygen systems, evacuation systems, flotation systems) and driving the transition toward decarbonized aviation through sustainable fuels. 6,200 employees, operations in 7 countries, and one shared objective: a safer sky.

Safran Aerosystems' Wall Township, New Jersey facility is home to the North American headquarters of our Evacuation Systems Business Unit (SEV). Here, you will help design, manufacture, maintain, and support life‑saving aircraft evacuation systems, including emergency slides, life rafts, and flotation devices.

Building on more than a century of innovation, our teams play a critical role in the development, certification, and production of advanced aerospace safety equipment used around the world. As part of Safran's global Aerosafety Division, you'll contribute to technologies that help protect millions of passengers and crew members every year.

You will also enjoy the collaborative culture and agility of a human‑scale site backed by the strength and opportunities of a global aerospace leader.

Be part of a team that is driven by a strong culture, guided by shared values, and committed to making a positive impact giving back to the communities where we live and work.

The Program Buyer is responsible for managing all procurement activities associated with assigned aerospace programs throughout the product lifecycle, from development and qualification through production entry into service. This role ensures the timely acquisition of materials, components, and services while meeting cost, quality, delivery, and regulatory requirements in a highly regulated, safety‑critical aerospace environment.

The Program Buyer serves as the primary purchasing interface between Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Suppliers, and Customer teams to support program objectives and business targets.

At Safran Aerosystems USA, we value service‑oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

Key Skills:

Technical Competencies

• Strategic sourcing
• Supplier negotiations
• Cost analysis
• Contract management
• Program management principles
• Supply chain risk management
• ERP/MRP systems proficiency
• Data analysis and reporting

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong communication skills
• Leadership and influence without authority
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making
• Customer focus
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under schedule pressure
• Cross‑functional collaboration
• Results‑oriented mindset