Tactical Procurement Manager 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 Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets. Reference 75B1O61780-175215 Position description Domain Production Job field / Job profile Supply chain - Supply chain manager Job title Tactical Procurement Manager Employment type Permanent Professional category Professional, Engineer & Manager Part time / Full time Full-time Job description Tactical Procurement Manager Wolverhampton - Hybrid The Tactical Procurement Manager is a key role within our Procurement function, accountable for the delivery and SQD performance of key suppliers within the Engineered Items and Electronics Commodity for Actuation Systems, Wolverhampton. The role will also involve coordinating a team of buyers to drive the delivery performance of the suppliers. Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world-class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight-control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best. Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. Whether supporting major global programmes or developing the next generation of actuation technologies, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As part of Safran's global network, joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of a highly skilled, collaborative and forward-thinking team with opportunities to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact in the future of aerospace. A bit more about the role: As Tactical Procurement Manager, you'll adopt a strong focus on leadership, accountability and development, alongside ability to prioritise workload and strong time management skills. You will be empowered and accountable to drive the business forward, owning and resolving issues, driving improvement and communicating progress to senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: - Accountable for the delivery performance of suppliers in the Engineered Items and Electronics Commodity for Safran Actuation Wolverhampton - Coordinate a team of buyers to ensure parts are delivered on time to the required quality standards - Drive suppliers to improve delivery performance - Influence and Engage key Stakeholders to resolve complex supplier related delivery issues and improvement opportunities. - Collaborate with and drive suppliers to expedite key deliveries and mitigate delivery commitment slips - Collaborate with Commodity Leads, Account Managers and Actuation Commodity Managers teams to support the overall product family strategy and the required steps in order to achieve such strategy - Work closely with the Tactical Focals to coordinate and prioritise issues to align with the site's financial and delivery responsibilities - Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers - Regular reporting of key KPIs on suppliers and plan to close out on gaps - Regular reporting and presenting to senior internal stakeholders on key tactical issues But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.) Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: - Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review - 25 days' holiday bank holidays - Private medical insurance - Comprehensive health cash plan - Flexible working options - Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance - Early finish on Fridays - Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring - Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers - Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies Candidate skills & requirements What you'll bring: - Driven and pro-active, with a strong desire to develop solutions to complex issues - Accountability and ownership of delivery issues with desire to maintain current commitments and - Strong organisation skills and agility, with the ability to manage multiple priorities - Experience of leading teams desirable - Strong communicator, with relevant stakeholders at all levels, to drive issue resolution and influence key decision making - Problem solving skills - Ability to multi task - Ability to utilise data to analyse trends to manage supplier pro-actively Travel: 20-30%, both in UK and internationally We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. Here, we craft excellence together. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today. Why Safran? - A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries. - Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. - Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further. - Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality. - A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. Position location Job location Europe, UK, England, West Midlands City (-ies) Stafford Road WV10 7EH Wolverhampton