Job Details

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
2025-157342

Job details
Domain

Production
Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Procurement officer
Job title

Buyer 1
Employment type

Permanent
Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time

Full-time
Job description

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in following standard operating policies, procedures, and practices to procure raw materials, supplies, services, parts, and equipment required in the operation of the business to ensure on-time delivery and optimizing pricing that is consistent with quality, quantity, delivery, and terms. Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, "We did that".

Main Function Responsibilities
A) Prepare daily purchase orders for acquisition of items with a goal of controlling vendor delivery, performance, and product quality.
B) Communicate daily and weekly requirements with suppliers. Obtain vendor delivery commitments and reconcile open order requirements. Follow up with vendor shortages.
C) Arranges the return of rejected items and ensure transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
D) Conducts supplier visits, analyzes on time delivery performance and publishes results internally and to the vendor on a monthly basis. Coordinates supplier quarterly reviews.
E) Works in conjunction with quality to analyze non conformances and acts as the focal liaison for Safran Seats USA.
F) Participates in the daily production and program meetings as required.
G) Report key performance metrics and benchmarks on a monthly basis which includes Purchase Price Variances, On Time Delivery Performance, Freight, Expedites, Shortages. Report results to the Purchasing Manager and the Director of Supply Chain Management.
H) Perform other duties as assigned
Candidate skills & requirements

Qualification Requirements

Education & Qualification: Associate degree or equivalent experience

Work Experience - Technical knowledge: Basic understanding of ERP system. Ability to read and understand blueprints. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.

Professional Skills: Ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment. Ability to read and review written communication. Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English

Behavioral Skills: Ability to convince, take initiative, and accept responsibility. Must be adaptable, flexible, autonomy, and available for others. Able to build relationships, negotiate, and solve problems.

Desirable Aspects: APICS certification and MRP experience (MAPICS, M3, JD EDWARDS, SAP)

Physical Demands: This position requires extended periods of sitting while working with computers and viewing computer monitors and other office equipment. Finger dexterity needed in using misc. office equipment such as telephone, computer and copy machine, etc. Bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to approximately twenty pounds are required during tasks related to the job

Work environment: The work environment includes office setting with moderate office noise. Occasional visits to the production floor and warehouse may be required.

Travel: International and/or Domestic travel required; less than one week internationally
Annual salary

market rate
Job location
Job location

North America, United States, Texas
City (-ies)

Gainesville

Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved

Associate Degree
Minimum experience level required

First experience
Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)