Commodity Buyer

2 weeks ago

Ajax Chennai Tamil Nadu, India SAFRAN LANDING SYSTEMS Full time

SAFRAN LANDING SYSTEMS recrute:
Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense

Sa mission :

contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible.

Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 23,2 milliards d'euros en 2023, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.

Safran s'engage dans des programmes de recherche et développement qui préservent les priorités environnementales de sa feuille de route d'innovation technologique.


Safran est la 1ère entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2023 » du magazine TIME.


N°1 des fonctions d'atterrissage et de freinage, Safran Landing Systems équipe les flottes civiles, régionales, d'affaires et militaires de plus de 25 avionneurs.

Son expertise couvre l'ensemble du cycle de vie de ses produits, de la conception et la fabrication à la maintenance et la réparation.

Descriptif mission

  • Manage a dedicated portfolio of machinists suppliers located within North America
  • Manage the relationship from the sourcing (RFQ) up to the contract management during the life of the Contract
  • Accountable for the relationship with each supplier of the allocated panel
  • Accountable for the cost reduction plan with the supplier panel assigned
  • Contribute to setup, then formalize and execute the strategy for the Machined-Parts Commodity
  • Creation and management of RFQ process through the Supplier Selection and establishment of Safran Landing Systems contractual conditions with Suppliers
  • Manage contracts in place with Suppliers assigned and anticipate renewals of contract, through J1 and Supplier Selection Committees
  • Actively work to increase the maturity level of the supplier panel to the required level.
  • Actively monitoring the performance of the supplier, and engage actions in collaboration with the Supplier Performance & Quality Lead
  • Identify cost reduction opportunities, manage the cost reduction plan, and report figures in the design KPI tool (SIEVO)
  • Interface with other functions on all sites (Procurement, Production, Program, Quality, Industrialization) and act as a Purchasing focal point for the supplier panel allocated
  • Resolve daily (tactical) issues related with suppliers, such as claims & litigations.

SAFRAN LANDING SYSTEMS recherche:

  • A relevant University Degree and/or APICS, CPIM or CIRM/PMAC Certification.
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment, international experience in Aerospace preferred or in Mechanical Industrial Engineering; 5 years Purchasing experience
  • Experience in leading Projects within multifunctional teams.
  • Familiarity with Contracts, contract language and the ability to negotiate various types of contracts with suppliers
  • Purchasing process leadership skills
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to communicate effectively in a team environment and represent the Purchasing function towards the Supplier
  • Good knowledge of SAP environment
  • Experience with accounting and financial principles
  • Production control process knowledge, MRP and Flow Management.
  • Ability to travel on short or long term within Canada & USA, as per project needs


Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply.

If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.


SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us

While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.


The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction.

All applicants must meet the following requirements:
Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations.
Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. SafranLS TOR is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process

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