Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager Job details Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people. Reference number View phone number on click.appcast.io Domain Programs / Customer Relations Job field / Job profile Supply chain - Supply chain manager Job title Supply Chain Manager Employment type Permanent Professional category Professional, Engineer & Manager Part time / Full time Full-time Job description The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and directing all Supply Chain department long-term and short-term objectives, to achieve annual goals for improving the supply chain. They will contribute to the organizations success by maintaining a system of risk mitigation across the entire supply chain process related to vendor qualification, selection and purchasing. Manage supply chain activities commencing in the sales and project phase. Provide cost estimates to procurement team. Receive requirements from requisitions and convert them into purchase orders. Monitor delivery of parts and services that have been purchased. Manage the purchase of facility systems, test equipment, tools, raw material, services and supplies necessary for operation of a project. Develop long-term and short-term objectives for supply chain ensuring they are aligned with overall company goals and objectives. Achieve annual goals for improving the supply chain as assigned by supervisor. Optimize logistics to ensure timely and efficient routes to meet customer satisfaction needs. Develop and maintain a system of risk mitigation across the entire supply chain process. Optimize Safran Test Cells' international purchasing by cooperating and identifying synergies with Safran Aero Boosters Test Cells purchasing team and other Safran Purchasing entities. Ensure cooperation and coordination with major stakeholders, including, Project Management, Finance, Quoting, Engineering, Sales, and Quality. Manage the process related to vendor qualification and selection. Oversee Supplier contract compliance, relationship management, product schedule and delivery compliance, and communications from the point of PO placement until product acceptance. Maintain a list of approved suppliers and their detailed capabilities. Ensure the development of IT tools to optimize the processes in the Supply Chain Department including development of automated workflow for PO creation and approval. Work with company management to ensure that employees have a safe and functional work environment. Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures. Oversee all inventory process, procedures and maintenance. Oversee and manage delegation of work and project assignments. Other duties as assigned. Candidate skills & requirements Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field required. 5+ years of proven success managing a Supply Chain organization. Equivalent degree and related experience will be considered. International purchasing and shipping experience. Supplier and Vendor Management experience. Experience in Export/Import compliance including understanding goods classifications are preferred requirements. Qualifications Results-oriented leader with the ability to lead, influence and inspire diverse teams to meet project goals. Proven ability to cultivate an environment of accountability and creativity and clearly communicate strategy to staff. Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience. Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met. Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills are required including the ability to make technical and project information understood by a wide variety of audiences. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to train staff.Familiar with standard corporate purchasing and finance/accounting concepts. Able and willing to travel up to 15% of the time both domestically and internationally, as required. Annual salary 110,000-125,000 Job location North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis 651 Campus Drive MN 55112 New Brighton Applicant criteria Minimum education level achieved: Bachelor's Degree Minimum experience level required: More than 5 years ITAR Controlled Position Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr Safran Group