Manager, Cabin Strategic Sourcing

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.Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.Did you know? We have probably already flown together!Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.(Hyperlink: Reference number View phone number on click.appcast.io Job detailsDomainPerformance and SupportJob field / Job profilePurchasing - Purchasing administrationJob titleManager, Cabin Strategic SourcingEmployment typePermanentProfessional categoryProfessional, Engineer & ManagerPart time / Full timeFull-timeJob descriptionHere, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip. Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will report to Director, Strategic Sourcing Americas and will be responsible for leading cross-functional initiatives that drive operational efficiency, cost savings, and supplier performance within the sourcing organization. Acting as the single point of contact for all sourcing-related activities, the role ensures alignment with global and regional sourcing strategies, supports New Product Development (NPD), and establishes mitigation strategies for material risks. Summary of Duties:•Serve as the primary point of contact for all sourcing related inquiries at the site level and ensure alignment with global sourcing strategies. •Facilitates and leads strategic sourcing process with cross-functional teams to enable consistent supplier management, cost control, and material risk mitigation.•Supports New Product Development sourcing activities with the design and engineering teams by identifying qualified suppliers early and integrating sourcing strategies into product production. •Fosters early supplier involvement in providing high quality products meeting schedule and cost requirements. (IPT teams)•Work closely with commodity management to establish and maintain a stable source of supply and evaluate risk between supplier and Safran.•In collaboration with the Cabin Commodity Management team, defines site specific material cost reduction projects and executes those projects in order to support budget needs.•Collaborates with Cabin team to ensure companywide initiatives and business objectives are met•Prepare presentation materials summarizing the results of the sourcing process; validate final sourcing recommendations with the Commodity Manager; and coordinate meetings to present these recommendations for sourcing.•Ensure all sourcing and quoting activity is performed in accordance with Cabin level strategies, following the Safran processes and completed in a timely matter to support the on-time PO placement from the Procurement team(s).•Forecast, track and report on the Purchase Price Variance (PPV) evolution during budget exercises for respective sites. Monitor the PPV and proactively identify deviations and drive corrective actions where necessary.But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for business and regional aircraft interiors. Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin! Why join us? At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. • Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!Candidate skills & requirementsComputer Skills: MS Office Skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), ERP experience required.Other Skills: •Strong written and verbal business communications abilities, must be comfortable delivering information to all levels of the organization including senior leadership. •Working knowledge of business finance skills and abilities. •Strong understanding of Inventory Management and familiar with ERP systems. •Experience in AS/ISO standards Quality management experience is preferred.Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)•Degree in Supply Chain, Business Management or Operations•MBA/Master's degree•3 years in a management/leadership role•Experience in aerospace, automotive or mechanical manufacturing environment•APICS and/or ISM certificationAnnual salary$121,100 - $190,300Job locationJob locationNorth America, United States, CaliforniaCity (-ies)1620 Sunflower Avenue CA 92626 Costa MesaApplicant criteriaMinimum education level achievedBachelor's DegreeMinimum experience level requiredMore than 8 yearsAdditional Languages preferredEnglish (Fluent)ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residencyNo