External Supply Coordinator 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 2026-170261 Position description Domain Production Job field / Job profile Supply chain - Procurement officer Job title External Supply Coordinator Employment type Permanent Professional category Employees / Staff Part time / Full time Full-time Job description In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England. The purpose of this role as the External Supply Co-ordinator will be to support the External Supply Planners by ensuring timely order acknowledgements, delivery confirmations, and accurate ERP data. This role drives execution discipline and data integrity across the external supply chain operations. The External Supply Coordinator provides administrative and transactional support for supplier planning and scheduling activities. The role is essential to the daily execution of supply chain processes, ensuring that order acknowledgements, delivery confirmations, and ERP data are maintained in a timely and accurate manner. It acts as a critical support function to planners, helping to drive execution discipline and data hygiene across external supply operations. Key Responsibilities and Duties ERP Order Management - Issue purchase orders and schedule updates based on planner and supplier feedback or ERP output. - Monitor open order report to ensure all POs are acknowledged within SLA. - Follow up with suppliers for missing acknowledgements or confirmations. Data Maintenance, Reporting & Audit - Update planning data (e.g. lead times, minimum order quantities) under planner guidance. - Support audits and clean-up activities related to supply parameters. - Run standard reports to support planner decision-making. - Assist in preparing weekly / monthly supplier performance data. - Manage data and files effectively to ensure traceability. - Support cross-functional alignment through clear data sharing and follow-up. - Supplier Coordination & Communication Download and disseminate exception message reports for order alignment. - Update inbound delivery dates in the system based on supplier communication. - Be first point of contact for basic supplier queries (e.g. PO copies, invoice references). - Send forecast data to suppliers on a regular cadence. - Escalate any delays, quantity mismatches, or delivery shortfalls to External Supply Planners. - Resolve delivery discrepancies, feeding root cause back to performance stakeholders. 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 Minimum GCSE Grades A-C (or equivalent) in Maths and English Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP systems An ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic and flexible approach, as well as the ability to work under pressure Familiarity with inventory or logistics processes Knowledge of aerospace, automotive or regulated industries Experience working with suppliers or external stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and possessing the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Strong presentation and communication skills. Data driven 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. - Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools - Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages. 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