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Contracts Manager – Supply Chain

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General information

Entity

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 Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

Reference number

2025-165970

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Legal - Legal and contracts

Job title

Contracts Manager – Supply Chain

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

As a member of the Safran Seats business, you play a major role in teamwork that provides over one million seats to major airlines worldwide. Our commitment to superior quality, comfort and innovation ensure that you can take pride in doing meaningful work that supports the needs of passengers and crews alike.

No matter your role, you connect and collaborate with your fellow team members to bring state-of-the-art, high value-added solutions to market. Because we are one of the few original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to offer an all-inclusive range of passenger seats for commercial aircraft, you'll do impressive work that supports passengers in a variety of seating options, from economy to first class.

1. Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities)

Objective:

Apply all procedures and techniques necessary to effectively review, draft, amend, negotiate, and securely store contracts. Assist in creating, implementing and maintaining an effective, best-in-practice, Contracts Management function, consistent with all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, across Safran Seats' global operations. On a case –by-case basis, lead or assist with contract negotiations. Providing contacts expertise to global Sales & Marketing, Customer Service, Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement and other teams. This position works independently under the close supervision of Safran Seats USA's Sr. Manager Contracts & Legal Counsel.

Depending on assignment, this position may focus on Customer Contracts or Supply Chain Contracts:

• Customer Contracts Focus: Supports the negotiation, execution, and management of contracts and agreements with external customers, ensuring compliance with Safran policies and alignment with business objectives.

• Supply Chain Contracts Focus: Supports the negotiation, execution, and management of supplier and procurement agreements, ensuring compliance with Safran requirements and safeguarding the company's commercial and operational interests.

2. Main Function Responsibilities

A) Perform risk assessment of contract terms and conditions; developing strategies to minimize potential risks to the business.

B) Work with management, internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers and other third-parties to resolve issues to ensure successful contract execution.

C) Ensure adherence to contract policies, processes, and guidelines necessary to maintain secure contract documentation in the Safran Seats Contracts Database, and, as required, paper files.

D) Advise management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.

E) Performs other duties as assigned.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Candidate skills & requirements

3. Qualification Requirements

A. Education & Qualification-

• Bachelors required;

• Law degree and license to practice law in at least one state preferred.

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge-

• 4+ years of experience in commercial contracts.

C. Professional Skills-

• Must have excellent MS Word® skills.

• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.

• Detail-Oriented with strong skills in commercial contract analysis, drafting and negotiation.

• Must have the ability to draft language clearly and effectively.

• Ability to read and review written communication.

• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

D. Behavioral Skills-

• Must be able to work independently serving both internal and external customers, and have excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Integrity, tenacity and being a team player are essential attributes.

• Must demonstrate stress tolerance, maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure, job ambiguity and working extended hours); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.

E. Desirable Aspects-

• Aerospace sector experience

• Supply Chain manufacturing contract experience

• Manufacturing environment experience

• Experience with legal / contractual software and tools

5.Travel-

International and/or Domestic travel required; less than 10%.

Annual salary

Based on market data.

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Gainesville

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes