Supplier Performance Management Lead IV

Supplier Performance Management Lead IV

A glimpse at the job : HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. We are proud to be featured in TIME's World's Best Companies 2025 ranking, securing 2nd place in the Aerospace & Defense sector and 52nd overall. As a Supplier Performance Management Lead IV, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace. This position contributes to our vision by :

• Leads the quality and logistic performances of a supplier panel in coordination with internal stakeholders including procurement, quality and purchasing teams ensuring alignment with the mid term plan (MTP).
• Identifies trends and poor performing suppliers and then takes action as necessary to improve supplier performance and capability.
• Drives key stakeholders to define and deliver the corrective action plans ensuring results are achieved and sustainable with a key focus on production readiness, audits and for systemic quality issues
• Supports with customer visits and audits as necessary;
• Conducts internal periodic supplier performance review with other groups within the division.
• Monitors supplier risks and updates the risk register ensuring key issues are flagged to the business, and a plan is developed to drive internal actions and improvements at suppliers to minimize or eliminate risks.
• Demonstrates leadership, influencing, teamwork and effective conflict resolution (drive change, conduct workshops) with strong communication skills at all levels of management internally and at supplier facility (written and verbal).
• Focal point for performances issues in relation with logistics and programs teams.
• Lead the planning, scheduling, facilitation and delivery of Safran strategies (Supplier Development, QRQC, 8D) and other supplier improvement projects

What we offer :

Work Culture : At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission. Join Safran Electrical & Power, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."

Job Requirements

At Safran Electrical & Power, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment. Education and / or Experience :

Knowledge / Skills :

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes :

But What Else? (Advantages, Specific Features, Etc.)

Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email Kimberly.copley@safrangroup.com or call 940-395-7934. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. [Visa sponsorship is available for this position. This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.

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.

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