• Supply Chain Project Manager

    Safran (Los Angeles, CA)


    Supply Chain Project Manager

    Job details

    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 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.

     

    Reference number

     

    2025-166564

    Job details

    Domain

     

    Performance and Support

     

    Job field / Job profile

     

    Supply chain - Supply chain manager

     

    Job title

     

    Supply Chain Project Manager

     

    Employment type

     

    Permanent

     

    Professional category

     

    Employees / Staff

     

    Part time / Full time

     

    Full-time

    Job description

    Here, 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. In the role of Program Manager you'll play a pivotal part on our Supply Chain team.

     

    This role ensures projects are executed on time, within scope, and on budget while effectively coordinating cross-functional teams.

     

    The ideal candidate will bring strong project management skills along with purchasing and supply chain expertise to drive successful outcomes.

    This position contributes to our vision by:

    • Lead and manage supply chain projects, including work transfer, dual sourcing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

    • Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with key stakeholders.

    • Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with business goals.

    • Coordinate and facilitate cross-functional teams, including procurement, logistics, operations, quality, and engineering.

    • Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption to supply chain operations.

    • Track project progress, monitor KPIs, and provide regular status updates to leadership.

    • Engage with suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth implementation of sourcing and supply chain transitions.

    • Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate technical feasibility, qualification processes, and manufacturing readiness of alternative suppliers.

    • Ensure dual sourcing strategies align with technical specifications, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance.

    • Manage the engineering change process and coordinate with engineering, program management, production and supplier quality teams to implement dual sourcing strategies successfully.

    • Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supplier performance.

     

    Candidate skills & requirements

    Qualifications & Experience:

    7+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or project management within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.

     

    Strong expertise in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.

     

    Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.

     

    Experience in supplier management, strategic sourcing, and logistics operations.

     

    Knowledge of engineering principles related to material selection, production processes, and supplier qualification.

     

    Familiarity with technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and validation reports for supplier components.

     

    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

     

    Proficiency in ERP systems, project management software, and supply chain analytics tools.

     

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and drive change.

     

    Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with tight deadlines.

    Key Competencies:

    Project Planning & Execution

     

    Cross-Functional Team Leadership

     

    Supplier & Stakeholder Management

     

    Risk Management & Problem-Solving

     

    Cost & Process Optimization

     

    Engineering Collaboration & Technical Understanding

     

    Continuous Improvement & Lean Methodologies

     

    Data-Driven Decision Making

     

    Change Management & Continuous Improvement

     

    This job posting 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.

     

    Annual salary

    $90,000 - $129,000 USD

    Job location

     

    Job location

     

    North America, United States, California, Los Angeles

     

    City (-ies)

     

    Carson

     

    Applicant criteria

     

    Minimum education level achieved

     

    Master Degree

     

    Minimum experience level required

     

    More than 5 years

     

    Additional Languages preferred

     

    English (Bilingual)

     

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

     

    No