Strategic Sourcing Lead - Aerospace Materials

Safran; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Job summary

Safran Electrical & Power in Denton, TX seeks a Strategic Commodity Buyer to develop sourcing strategies for multiple commodities and lead supplier negotiations. You will build strong internal partnerships and drive cost savings initiatives while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety practices across the procurement function.

The role emphasizes spend analysis, RFx execution, and continuous improvement to meet quality and delivery targets, supporting Safran's aerospace leadership and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in working effectively across business or functional lines and partnering with businesses and departments to meet objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex pricing proposals and formulate a strategic plan.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others.
• Self starter and independent worker with ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Professional, ethical personal conduct and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies for all assigned commodities, applying best-in-class procurement processes and technology, managing special projects, and driving procurement/supplier initiatives.
• Lead the negotiations to select, appoint and steer a supply base that progresses the company objectives on quality, cost, delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute RFI, RFQ, and RFP requirements.
• Evaluate competitive offers and present sourcing options that meet business requirements.
• Negotiate supplier agreements in line with company objectives. Continous coordination with group legal required.
• Conduct in depth spend analysis in order to develop cost savings initiatives through various cost reduction options.
• Monitor, manage, and report on achievements on key purchasing indicators in line with department requirements.
• Continuous benchmarking of assigned commodities to achieve best market price.
• Identify and drive annual productivity improvements in each spend category.
• Assure full compliance with all regulations and responsible care guidelines.
• Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture;
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Pricing analysis

Negotiation

Self-starter

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

Safran Electrical & Power in Denton, TX seeks a Strategic Commodity Buyer to develop sourcing strategies for multiple commodities and lead supplier negotiations. You will build strong internal partnerships and drive cost savings initiatives while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety practices across the procurement function.

The role emphasizes spend analysis, RFx execution, and continuous improvement to meet quality and delivery targets, supporting Safran's aerospace leadership and