Strategic Plastics Buyer & Supplier Relations Lead

Safran; Buffalo (NY); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Safran is seeking a Buyer I in Buffalo, NY to manage plastics procurement processes and supplier performance. You will perform root cause and data analyses, participate in Greenbelt projects, and act as the escalation point for contract terms. You will select suppliers from the approved list and maintain supplier relationships.

The role requires 2–5 years of materials buying experience in manufacturing, strong English communication, and proficiency with purchasing systems and APQP concepts.

Formación

• Associate degree in Business Management or equivalent credits in purchasing-related courses
• Preferred: BA in Business
• 2-5 years materials buyer experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred: 5-7 years diversified buying experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite
• Excellent communication skills (English) and purchasing skills
• Including negotiations, supplier evaluation, cost reduction
• Standard purchasing systems and data management
• Knowledge of Problem-Solving Tools
• Understanding APQP and when to apply it
• Experience with Managing Operational contract terms

Responsabilidades

• Able to perform formal root cause & data analysis such as 5 Why's, MAAR charts or Fishbone diagrams.
• Can participate in or lead in Supply Chain project such as Greenbelt project.
• First escalation point for applying and managing contract terms as required.
• Capable of selecting suppliers within the Approved Supplier List at SAO level.
• Capable of Supplier Relationship Management including Business Reviews, escalation for performance, assessments, and visits for single BU suppliers.
• Logistic and Customs escalation point.
• Ability to negotiate contract amendments or simple contracts (PPA).
• Aid in deployment of strategic targets
• Understanding of the market and manufacturing processes for Plastics
• 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.
• Better understanding of the supply base for Plastics
• Place initial orders and assure supplier readiness prior to moving to the buyers – ensures smooth transition
• Monitor and document wins/losses in productivity plan

Conocimientos

Purchasing skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Supplier evaluation

Cost reduction

Data management

Problem-solving tools

Contract terms management

Supply chain knowledge

Educación

Associate degree in Business Management

BA in Business (preferred)

Herramientas

Microsoft Suite

Descripción del empleo

Safran is seeking a Buyer I in Buffalo, NY to manage plastics procurement processes and supplier performance. You will perform root cause and data analyses, participate in Greenbelt projects, and act as the escalation point for contract terms. You will select suppliers from the approved list and maintain supplier relationships.

The role requires 2–5 years of materials buying experience in manufacturing, strong English communication, and proficiency with purchasing systems and APQP concepts.