Supplier Performance Management of assigned suppliers
•Oversee operational performance, managing both logistics and quality aspects.
•Organize and lead supplier performance reviews by gathering KPIs and integrating feedback from internal stakeholders (SQAs, Buyers, Supply Chain, Programs).
•Consolidate monthly performance data and prepare scorecards to share with suppliers.
•Schedule and conduct annual supplier evaluations to prepare the next surveillance plan.
•Serve as the internal/external interface to manage supplier relationships effectively.
•Support creation and execution of Supplier Surveillance Plans, including Rate/Readiness assessments, Load & Capacity evaluations, maturity audits, risk analysis, and Business Continuity Plan on-site checks.
•Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with Safran quality requirements (QMS and Product Process).
•Monitor supplier risks and implement corrective or preventive actions via internal and external action plans to restore and maintain operational performance.
•Anticipate supplier shortages and mitigate associated risks to prevent production disruptions.
•Evaluate supplier risk levels and define monitoring plans to support product ramp-up/down phases and new product introductions.
•Drive supplier development initiatives focused on operational performance enhancement (logistics and quality).
•Promote and support the implementation of best practices such as QRQC, 5S, 8D, AMDEC, Theory of Constraints, VSM.
•Coordinate corrective action plans for performance issues, ensuring sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence.
•Track and improve supplier maturity to meet long-term performance goals.
Supplier Performance Management of assigned suppliers
•Oversee operational performance, managing both logistics and quality aspects.
•Organize and lead supplier performance reviews by gathering KPIs and integrating feedback from internal stakeholders (SQAs, Buyers, Supply Chain, Programs).
•Consolidate monthly performance data and prepare scorecards to share with suppliers.
•Schedule and conduct annual supplier evaluations to prepare the next surveillance plan.
•Serve as the internal/external interface to manage supplier relationships effectively.
•Support creation and execution of Supplier Surveillance Plans, including Rate/Readiness assessments, Load & Capacity evaluations, maturity audits, risk analysis, and Business Continuity Plan on-site checks.
•Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with Safran quality requirements (QMS and Product Process).
•Monitor supplier risks and implement corrective or preventive actions via internal and external action plans to restore and maintain operational performance.
•Anticipate supplier shortages and mitigate associated risks to prevent production disruptions.
•Evaluate supplier risk levels and define monitoring plans to support product ramp-up/down phases and new product introductions.
•Drive supplier development initiatives focused on operational performance enhancement (logistics and quality).
•Promote and support the implementation of best practices such as QRQC, 5S, 8D, AMDEC, Theory of Constraints, VSM.
•Coordinate corrective action plans for performance issues, ensuring sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence.
•Track and improve supplier maturity to meet long-term performance goals.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related field.
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in supplier management, quality management, supply chain, or a related operational function, ideally in the aerospace, automotive, or high-technology industries.
Fluency in both English and German, with strong communication skills in both written and spoken form.
Solid understanding of quality standards and supplier assessment methodologies (e.g. ISO 9001, AS9100).
Experience in conducting supplier audits and managing corrective action plans.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Proficient in MS Office tools and comfortable with data analysis and reporting.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multicultural teams, and to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related field.
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in supplier management, quality management, supply chain, or a related operational function, ideally in the aerospace, automotive, or high-technology industries.
Fluency in both English and German, with strong communication skills in both written and spoken form.
Solid understanding of quality standards and supplier assessment methodologies (e.g. ISO 9001, AS9100).
Experience in conducting supplier audits and managing corrective action plans.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Proficient in MS Office tools and comfortable with data analysis and reporting.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multicultural teams, and to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
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 Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.
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 Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.