Programme Purchasing Lead Vacancy 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 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 2025-168253 Position description Domain Performance and Support Job field / Job profile Purchasing - Program purchasing Job title Programme Purchasing Lead Employment type Permanent Professional category Professional, Engineer & Manager Part time / Full time Full-time Job description The purpose of this role as a Lead within the IPT to represent the Purchasing Department is to promote the purchasing processes within the Programme Management team and, conversely, equally representing the Programme Management Team within the Purchasing Department to :- Ensure compliance with the objectives, milestones and constraints of the Programme, and in compliance with the purchasing policy and product strategies, the optimum conditions of sourcing in terms of total cost (direct & indirect costs, quality and deadline), for all the life-cycle stages of the Programme concerned Key Responsibilities will include: - Create & Manage programme purchasing plans (Bid to Aftermarket). - Develop project plans for each new seat program defining the timescales and key activities required during the development of the associated seats furniture. - Communicate to the strategic team the key deliverables of the programme for Quality, Cost and delivery. - Put in place daily management routines to manage programme deliverables. - Manage supplier plans for key/complex assembles such as actuation, table, composites and high level assembles. - Ensure that supply chain strategy is flowed down, and fully understood by the programmes team to include new technology, R&T. - Regularly review progress against these plans with the SGB Management team and to drive corrective actions directly with the supply chain in the event of shortfalls. - Facilitate a close and supportive working relationship between the design and production teams and specifically chair quality, and design to cost reviews. - Set targets for unit costs and to monitor actual and drive corrective actions in the event of shortfalls. - Manage change such that supply chain are fully aware of the latest revision and any other changes to design requirements. - Maintain key supplier project plans and chair regular status and readiness meetings. - Create strategic and innovative solutions to business problems in order to maximise profitability. - Provide management metrics which allows accurate and easy monitoring of progress. - Liaise with programme teams to ensure release of information in a timely manner to the supply base to ensure sufficient lead time. - Understand processes/procedures and challenge design/processes to optimize lead times and cost. - identify improvements, cost down opportunities and drive them through to delivery. - Experience of MRP/project management tools and methods. - Management of Prompt tollgates process. - Risk Management of supply chain to feed into programme risks. This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment. Candidate skills & requirements Candidate skills: Qualified with relevant degree or demonstrable equivalent experience. Knowledge of one of the following; composites, high level/complex multi commodity, Electrical designs and manufacturing methods ideally in an equivalent industry. A sound working knowledge of all Project management tools and techniques - particularly schedule management, cost tracking and risk identification and mitigation, with at least 5 years' experience. A proven ability to facilitate close working relationships between Internal stakeholders and external Supply chain teams and a willingness to work as an integrated team to promote best practice and ensure Quality, Cost and Delivery targets met for the programme. Technically aware with strong commercial background. Experience of APQP or similar quality process. Risk management experience & Budget Control experience. Engineering / Technical background. MS Project Experience or equivalent. The ability to read and understand engineering drawings. Ability to communicate at all levels. Able to work autonomously. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships across departments, and with supplier representatives at all levels. Energetic and enthusiastic approach to work. As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive: - 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) - Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%. - Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members. - Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme - 4 x Life Assurance - Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection. - Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme - Annual share save schemes. - Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements - Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application. Position location Job location Europe, UK, Wales City (-ies) Llantarnam Industrial Park NP44 3HQ Cwmbran