Supplier Field Specialist

Safran; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

401K with employer match

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Global career paths

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Supplier Field Specialist who will lead supplier recovery plans, define recovery scenarios, and drive urgent execution to protect production and customer deliveries. You will act as the focal point between procurement, supply chain, planning and manufacturing.

Travel to supplier sites may be required to validate status and constraints, ensuring alignment between reported progress and shop floor reality. A strong background in supply chain engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.
• Experience with supplier management and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supplier recovery plans for delivery shortages.
• Define recovery scenarios, volumes and timelines with priorities.
• Drive execution with urgency to meet recovery milestones.
• Escalate supply risks and implement mitigation actions.
• Coordinate between Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning and Manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain/Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Supplier Field Specialist

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.

As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.

Reference number

2026-190567

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Supply chain engineering

Job title

Supplier Field Specialist

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. We are proud to be featured in TIME's World's Best Companies 2025 ranking, securing 2nd place in the Aerospace & Defense sector and 52nd overall. As a Supplier Field Specialist II, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Lead end-to-end supplier recovery plans for delivery shortages affecting multiple plants
• Define recovery scenarios, volumes, and timelines in alignment with operational priorities
• Drive execution with urgency, ensuring suppliers meet committed recovery milestones
• Escalate supply risks and implement mitigation actions to protect production and customer deliveries
• Build, maintain, and continuously update Line of Balance to reflect demand vs. supply recovery
• Integrate supplier commitments, new sourcing timelines, and backlog clearance strategies
• Provide clear visibility on shortages, recovery trajectory, and return-to-green timing
• Deploy to supplier sites to validate actual production status and constraints
• Ensure alignment between reported progress and physical reality on the shop floor
• Identify bottlenecks (capacity, labor, material, logistics) and implement immediate corrective actions
• Hold suppliers accountable for execution of recovery commitments
• Act as the focal point between Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning, and Manufacturing during crises
• Align internal stakeholders on priorities, allocation decisions, and recovery strategies
• Support sourcing decisions when recovery is not achievable (e.g., reallocation, dual sourcing)
• Establish and manage a short-interval control rhythm (daily/weekly) for recovery tracking
• Report progress, risks, and gaps with clear, data-driven updates
• Ensure accountability for both supplier and internal stakeholders
• Support Supplier Performance Management (SPM) in stabilizing recurring issues
• Contribute to structured post-recovery reviews to prevent recurrence
• Lead / Participate in supplier assessments when required, with focus on delivery risk prevention
• 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.

What we offer:

Competitive salaries

• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

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

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position