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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Company :

Safran Ventilation Systems

Job field : Purchasing

Location : Everett , Washington , United States

Contract type : Permanent

Contract duration : Full-time

Required degree : Bachelor's Degree

Required experience : More than 3 years

Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager

Spoken language(s) :

English Fluent

Salary range : USD 87,020 - 136,750

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Job Description

Job Summary:

The Strategic Sourcing Manager plays a critical role in developing and implementing advanced purchasing strategies to support Safran Ventilation Systems' North American operations. Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager and Purchasing Director, this position requires in-depth knowledge of the global supply chain, strategic supplier management, and cross-functional coordination within the Safran group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and formalization of Safran Ventilation Systems' purchasing strategy for key commodity categories in close collaboration with the global Purchasing Department.

• Monitor evolving market trends and supplier landscapes to identify innovative sourcing opportunities that enhance competitiveness and program objectives.

• Drive cost optimization initiatives and propose strategic solutions aligned with Safran's global business goals.

• Establish and maintain collaborative networks with Safran Purchasing entities worldwide to leverage synergies and align sourcing strategies across regions.

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers critical to Safran's North American production activities.

• Lead Request for Quotations (RFQs) and negotiate complex contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with Safran's rigorous standards and global policies.

• Chair supplier selection committees, collaborating with multi-functional teams to make data-driven sourcing decisions.

• Oversee supplier contracts, including General Terms Agreements and Price & Logistics Agreements, ensuring ongoing compliance and alignment with corporate objectives.

• Support New Product Introduction by coordinating sourcing activities across relevant commodity groups.

Leadership and Compliance:

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the Purchasing and Supply Chain departments, fostering a culture of operational excellence and innovation.

• Ensure strict adherence to Safran's purchasing policies, procedures, and corporate governance standards.

• Actively participate and contribute to departmental and cross-departmental meetings, driving alignment and knowledge sharing.

General Duties:

• Proactively work in continuous improvements within the department.

• Ensures that purchasing department follows all guidelines and procedures (Safran and Safran Ventilation Systems).

• Ensure reporting of consolidated Key Performance Indicators to the Purchasing Direction.

• Attends and actively participates in departmental meetings in a positive manner.

Complementary Description

Safran Ventilation Systems offers competitive salaries, recognition programs, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans with employer match, corporate university training courses, professional development programs, tuition assistance, flexible work scheduling and paid leave.

Candidates for positions with Safran Ventilation Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Relocation assistance and/or visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this position.

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 Ventilation Systems 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 e-mail [email protected] or call: 425.583.0810. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience: 10 years of experience in a production environment (preferred)

Computer Skills: Proficient with Windows Operating System

Other Skills: Solid understanding of Production Planning and Production Scheduling, best practices and principles is required. Negotiation and technical skills.

Company Information

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.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

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7501 Hardeson Road98203 WA

Everett

Washington United States

100,000

employees worldwide

27

Number of countries where Safran is located

35

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Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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