AEROCONTACT · 5 days ago
Strategic Sourcing Manager (H/F) - SAFRAN VENTILATION SYSTEMS USA, LLC
Everett, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expAEROCONTACT is part of the Safran group, an international high-tech company operating in aerospace, space, and defense. The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing purchasing strategies to support North American operations, requiring knowledge of global supply chains and supplier management.
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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
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
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
At least 3 years of experience in a production environment
Proficient with Windows Operating System
Solid understanding of Production Planning and Production Scheduling, best practices and principles
Negotiation and technical skills
Benefits
Hybrid Remote and Relocation Assistance Available
Company
AEROCONTACT
Aerocontact is an aviation company.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase