Strategic Buyer

Safran; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Strategic Buyer in New York to manage procurement for plastics and related materials. You will place initial orders, assess supplier readiness, and ensure compliance with contract terms while coordinating with internal teams across functions.

The role requires 2–5 years in manufacturing purchasing, with travel to supplier sites as needed. Strong data analysis, negotiations, and MS Office skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate degree in Business Management or equivalent credits in Purchasing related courses.
• Preferred: B.A. in Business.
• Required: 2-5 years materials buyer in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: 5-7 years diversified buying experience.
• Other - Willing to travel to supplier facilities as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform formal root cause and data analysis (5 Why's, MAAR charts, Fishbone diagrams).
• Lead or participate in Supply Chain projects such as Greenbelt projects.
• First escalation point for applying and managing contract terms.
• Select suppliers within the Approved Supplier List at SAO level.
• Manage Supplier Relationships including Business Reviews and performance escalations.
• Act as Logistic and Customs escalation point.
• Negotiate amendments or simple contracts (PPA).
• Assist in deployment of strategic targets.
• Understand market and manufacturing processes for Plastics.
• Maintain Kan Ban agreements with Plastics suppliers and verify inventory.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Suite

English communication

Purchasing skills

Negotiations

Supplier evaluation

Cost reduction

Purchasing systems

Data management

Problem-Solving Tools

APQP knowledge

Contract terms management

Education

Associate degree in Business Management or equivalent credits in Purchasing related courses

BA in Business

Job description

Strategic Buyer

Job details

General information

Entity

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.

Reference number

2026-190677

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Procurement officer

Job title

Strategic Buyer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

General Statement:

Responsible for the for all duties outlined in Buyer I job description plus the following Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

1. Able to perform formal root cause & data analysis such as 5 Why's, MAAR charts or Fishbone diagrams.
2. Can participate in or lead in Supply Chain project such as Greenbelt project.
3. First escalation point for applying and managing contract terms as required.
4. Capable of selecting suppliers within the Approved Supplier List at SAO level.
5. Capable of Supplier Relationship Management including Business Reviews, escalation for performance, assessments, and visits for single BU suppliers.
6. Logistic and Customs escalation point.
7. Ability to negotiate contract amendments or simple contracts (PPA).
8. Aid in deployment of strategic targets
9. Understanding of the market and manufacturing processes for Plastics
10. Establishes/maintains current Kan Ban agreements within the Plastics supplier base to determine quantity, leading Kanban health checks, verifying sufficient inventory levels. Contracts are updated.
11. Better understanding of the supply base for Plastics
12. Place initial orders and assure supplier readiness prior to moving to the buyers – ensures smooth transition
13. Monitor and document wins/losses in productivity plan

Qualifications

Education -

Required: Associate degree in Business Management or equivalent credits in Purchasing related courses

Preferred: B. A. in Business

Experience –

Required: 2-5 years materials buyer in a manufacturing environment

Preferred: 5-7 years diversified buying experience.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Other - Willing to travel to supplier facilities as necessary

Candidate skills & requirements

Special Knowledge/Skills –

Required: Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Excellent communication skills (English), purchasing skills

Including negotiations, supplier evaluation, cost reduction,

Standard purchasing systems and procedures, data management

Knowledge of Problem-Solving Tools

Understanding APQP and knows when to apply it.

Experience with Managing Operational contract terms

Annual salary

$66k - $74k

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, New York

City (-ies)

225 Erie Street 14086 Lancaster, New York

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Associate Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No