Senior Procurement Specialist - Global Sourcing & Lean (Hybrid)

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC.; Rockford (IL); Híbrido; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC. is seeking a Principal Procurement Specialist to lead end-to-end sourcing, supplier qualification, and cost optimization to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

This role covers direct and indirect purchasing, SAP purchase orders, RFQ/RFP management, and cross-functional collaboration with domestic and international suppliers. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in business or related field with 5+ years in supply chain and ERP

Formación

• Understanding of procurement principles and supplier negotiations.
• Experience with direct and indirect purchasing and ERP systems.
• Experience sourcing materials and managing supplier performance.
• Ability to manage projects and critical timelines to meet objectives.

Responsabilidades

• Responsible for assigned indirect and direct purchasing responsibilities.
• Procure materials, supplies and services to meet objectives.
• Manage and perform all purchase order processes in SAP.
• Research, interview and evaluate suppliers for quality, delivery, cost and service.
• Manage RFQ and RFP processes end-to-end.
• Lead lean/six sigma purchasing procedures and policies; train as needed.
• Drive value engineering with key suppliers.
• Prepare and maintain purchasing reports and records.
• Ensure invoicing accuracy and timely payments to vendors.
• Provide remote support to multiple suppliers and locations (domestic and international).
• Support and help implement supply chain initiatives at site.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Supplier negotiation

Supply chain management

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional coordination

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain or related field

Herramientas

SAP

MRP systems

MS Excel

Descripción del empleo

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC. is seeking a Principal Procurement Specialist to lead end-to-end sourcing, supplier qualification, and cost optimization to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

This role covers direct and indirect purchasing, SAP purchase orders, RFQ/RFP management, and cross-functional collaboration with domestic and international suppliers. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in business or related field with 5+ years in supply chain and ERP