Strategic Purchasing Program Manager

Safran Group; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Cabin is seeking a Senior Manager, Purchasing Program to lead strategic procurement activities, identify cost-saving opportunities, and coordinate NPI and program development efforts. You will monitor BOMs, develop negotiation strategies, and act as a key liaison between departments to align on project goals.

The role requires strong data analytics, sourcing strategy development, and ability to drive cost reduction across programs while coordinating with sales and operations to optimize

Qualifications

• Strong data analytics skills and experience with cost management, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication, time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to motivate team efforts to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Establish commercial conditions for quotes and support new production requirements.
• Investigate root causes of supply chain disruptions and implement corrective actions.
• Drive Design-to-Cost (DTC) initiatives and cost-saving ideas.
• Monitor pricing strategies by evaluating market trends and material fluctuations.
• Coordinate with Program and Purchasing teams for new versions and forecasts.
• Serve as liaison between sales, program, and supply chain teams for project goals.

Skills

Windows Operating System

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

M3 / APriori systems

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

M3

APriori

Job description

Safran Cabin is seeking a Senior Manager, Purchasing Program to lead strategic procurement activities, identify cost-saving opportunities, and coordinate NPI and program development efforts. You will monitor BOMs, develop negotiation strategies, and act as a key liaison between departments to align on project goals.

The role requires strong data analytics, sourcing strategy development, and ability to drive cost reduction across programs while coordinating with sales and operations to optimize