MRO Planning Leader - Cincinnati, OH

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. Reference number View phone number on click.appcast.io Job detailsDomainProductionJob field / Job profileMaterials and processes - Materials and process engineeringJob titleMRO Planning Leader - Cincinnati, OHEmployment typePermanentProfessional categoryProfessional, Engineer & ManagerPart time / Full timeFull-timeJob descriptionSummary/Objective: You are accountable for a portfolio of strategic repair suppliers in North America; you are their unique supply chain point of contact. Your customers are the local supply chains part of Safran Aircraft Engines (SAFRAN AE) network (located in France, Mexico, Morocco, & Belgium). You are part of Safran USA and functionally part of Global Supply Chain team in Support & Services Division within Safran AE. You will join a dynamic MRO division in full growth with a lot of challenges at stake.Your objective is to manage supplier relationships and make sure suppliers deliver parts according to Safran AE needs.Requirements include but are not limited to: Your job consists of:•Coordinating and monitoring the progress of engine parts sent for repair at the supplier site and making sure supplier sends back repaired parts within contractual time. OTD target: 95% •Ensuring compliance with the contractual conditions of the repair activity and challenge supplier•Prioritizing Safran AE flow in case of capacity constraint or repair capability limitation •Managing weekly review with suppliers and following up open actions •Maintain a close relationship with your supplier contacts at all organization levels •Handling issues with suppliers and working out on a solution if some delivery commitments do not match with the engine reassembly date•Detecting any deviation in supplier logistics performance and leading improvement actions with your supplier, in coordination with your Safran AE supplier team contacts (buyer, supplier performance manager (SPM), supplier quality engineer (SQE), supplier technical support)•Entering key information about the part progress into the Safran AE ERP•Creating a strong relationship with internal customers (Safran AE shops) and collaborate with them to make sure that repaired parts shipping date will match with their needs.•Supporting internal Safran AE customers in handling operational difficulties.•Representing Safran AE global supply chain in your areas of responsibility: supplier visits, working groups, etc.•Transversal coordination with other Safran AE supplier team functions (buyer, supplier performance manager, engineering, quality)•Sharing your expertise and best practices with the rest of MRO Procurement Leader teams in Europe, Americas and AsiaYour objective is to make sure that repaired parts come back within contractual agreements and do not delay engine builds re-assembly.But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)Regular business trips to your suppliers in your portfolio (20% of your time)Candidate skills & requirementsRequired soft skills:Leadership ability: strong oral and written communicator, collaborativeFocused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committedTenacity: assertiveness, agile and eager to learnReactivity and customer oriented mindsetDemonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problemsCapacity to work in a hybrid and dynamic organization (constant growth)Able to handle stress and work in a fast-paced environmentExperience working in a multicultural group would be a plusRequired Education:Minimum: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Supply-chain management, Industrial management or Operations managementEnglish native or close to native to communicate with suppliersSuccessful past supplier relationship experienceTechnical skills on engine maintenance / parts repairFrench language skill and knowledge of the French culture will be considered as a plus Required Experience:Minimum: 2 years in supply-chain, project management or operations in Aerospace Industry.Preferred: 5+ years in supply-chain, project management or operations in MRO Aerospace Industry.Annual salaryBased on experienceJob locationJob locationNorth America, United States, OhioCity (-ies)Cincinnati, OHApplicant criteriaMinimum education level achievedBachelor's DegreeMinimum experience level requiredMore than 3 yearsITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residencyNo