Supplier Performance Manager

Safran; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Electrical and Power seeks an experienced Senior Supplier Performance Manager to guard operations via supplier surveillance and risk mitigation. You will drive supplier performance, lead assessments, and coordinate with engineering and operations to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

Expect travel and deep engagement with suppliers. The role requires strong communication, APQP/Lean knowledge, and ERP experience, with a focus on continuous improvement and resilience across the supply

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business, operations, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years in supply chain, supplier management, program management or supplier development.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain operations, procurement strategies, and supplier relationships.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and performance measurement tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with internal teams and suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple supplier engagements concurrently, including remote coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute supplier performance initiatives to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and operational excellence.
• Manage supplier assessments, development programs, and escalation processes.
• Serve as primary contact for supplier improvement activities across internal teams and supplier leadership.
• Support crisis management and recovery for underperforming suppliers to protect delivery schedules.
• Communicate performance risks, progress updates, and improvement plans to executives and stakeholders.
• Evaluate supplier risk and define monitoring plans; conduct site visits and audits.
• Drive improvements in logistics and quality using KPIs, scorecards, and root-cause analysis.
• Lead supplier escalation for delays or nonconformances; track critical parts with LOB/WIP/MRP tools.
• Partner with Engineering, Commodity Managers, and Operations for sourcing alignment and ramp-ups.
• Participate in special projects focused on supply base optimization and resilience.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

ERP systems (SAP)

Supply chain knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or related discipline

APICS CPIM/CSCP certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP ERP

LOB / WIP trackers

Job description

The essence of the SPM mission is to protect Safran operations through upstream supplier surveillance, de‑risking plan and mitigation actions at supplier sites. The SPM will drive the operational performance of a panel of production suppliers. The following responsibilities are key:

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and execute supplier performance initiatives to ensure on‑time delivery, consistent quality, and operational excellence.
• Manage supplier assessments, development programs, and escalation processes in alignment with Safran's supply chain strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for critical supplier improvement activities, collaborating across internal teams and supplier leadership.
• Support crisis management and recovery for underperforming suppliers to protect customer delivery schedules and product quality.
• Communicate performance risks, progress updates, and improvement plans to executive leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Evaluate and assess supplier risk and define appropriate monitoring plans as per established procedures.
• Execute the Monitoring Plan by performing Annual and Monthly Performance Review, Baselines and conducting supplier site visits and audits, both scheduled and ad hoc, to assess capability, capacity, and compliance.
• Drive improvements in supplier logistics and quality performance using KPIs, scorecards, root cause analysis and action plan.
• Lead and manage the supplier escalation process for delivery delays or nonconformance issues.
• Track and expedite critical and escalated parts using tools such as Line of Balance (LOB), Work‑in‑Process (WIP) trackers, and MRP diagnostics.

Supplier Development & Continuous Improvement

• Coach suppliers on APQP, Lean principles and process optimization to ensure sustainable improvements.
• Define Supplier Development key targets based on business requirements and manage their flow down and implementation.

Cross‑Functional Program Management

• Partner with Engineering, Commodity Managers, and Operations to ensure sourcing alignment and effective program ramp‑ups.
• Resolve supplier‑related roadblocks (e.g., documentation issues, first article approvals, change requests) that impact delivery schedules.
• Conduct regular briefings with Supplier Performance teams and Business Units on supplier status and escalations.

Other Activities

• Support strategic supply base optimization and relationship management with preferred and strategic partners.
• Participate in or lead special projects focused on supply chain resilience, supplier transitions, and productivity improvement.
• Contribute to internal process improvement initiatives to streamline supplier performance workflows within Safran.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.

Position type: This is an Individual Contributor position reporting to SPM Manager.

Job Requirements

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

Minimum Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Supplier Management, Program Management or Supplier Development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain operations, procurement strategies, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong understanding of quality systems, continuous improvement tools (APQP, Lean, Six Sigma), and production planning methods.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and logistics performance measurement tools such as LOB and WIP trackers.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, especially in high‑pressure environments.
• Ability to manage multiple supplier engagements concurrently, including remote coordination and on‑site interventions.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing complex supplier recovery projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS CPIM 8.0 or CSCP or equivalent supply chain certification.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or similarly complex manufacturing environments.

Performance Indicators

• Service rate to SEP sites and action plan success to avoid impacts.
• Risk assessment rituals and mitigation plans efficiency.
• Supplier maturity improvements through Baseline and/or Supplier Development.
• Internal customer satisfaction on reporting action plan (including crisis management).

Physical Demands: Stationary 50% / Mobility 50%.

Traveling up to 40% (primarily domestic; some international travel possible). Office environment and visiting suppliers.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.