Program Purchasing Lead
Apply NowCompany: Safran
Location: Toronto, ON M4E 3Y1
Description:
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 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
Number 1 in aircraft landing and braking systems, Safran Landing Systems equips the commercial, regional, business and military fleets of more than 25 key airframers. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.
Reference number
2025-155796
Job details
Domain
Programs / Customer Relations
Job field / Job profile
Purchasing - Program purchasing
Job title
Program Purchasing Lead
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
For a Program (or a Program family), of bought-parts-Build-to-Print & Build-to-Spec, System & Equipment parts & services (ref. design-drawings and/or specifications, as well as Program related Non-Recurring Costs (NRC) / investments:
To represent as the focal & interface, the Purchasing process within the Integrated Program Team (IPT).
Ensures within the global Purchasing team-the Program (IPT) & Production strategies, they are clearly communicated and respected.
Liaison, communicate & coordinate with the Purchasing Site Leader (PSL) & Commodity Buyer teams
Manages & ensure the Purchasing process in accordance with AS-9100, aligned with the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) & SAFRAN Group rules-application of APQP & DVI PPAP.
Prepare any Program Purchasing related documentation-to set-up & drive the Purchasing activities. Eg; Program Purchasing Plan (PPP), Program Work Package Agreement, Purchasing Roadmap, Program Overview, for all and any other Purchasing related activities.
Participate and lead as Purchasing's focal, the estimation process (RC & NRC)-to provide and update the Purchasing cost evolution from initial bid phase through to certification.
Ensure the " Flow Down " of the contractual requirements from our Customers to the Commodity Purchasing team.
Ensure that the IPT is aware of the impact on suppliers of SAFRAN Landing Systems (SLS) technical, contractual and logistical requirements
Ensure all Purchasing actions are completed in a timely manner in support of the Program schedule
Identify Purchasing risks related to the Program and manage them in accordance with the SAFRAN Group Risk procedure. To ensure hot topics are resolved timely & properly. If required are escalated to head of the functions.
Closely monitor key emerging & hot topics-ensure respective functions are fully informed, & their teams, Purchasing, Program, Production & Engineering, dedicate appropriate efforts to those topics.
Communicate to the Commodity Buyers any changes / modifications & constraints from the final customer.
Take part in the Make or Buy process & decisions.
Coordinate the dedicated Implementation Specialists to support the industrialization of the equipment under their responsibility.
Update the Purchasing Program Dashboard (RC, NRC, schedule, contractualization, risk...) and any additional specific Program reporting required.
Understand the Customer Services Spares Parts requirements and ensure that Buyers include them in their negotiations
Ensure export control and offset obligations related to the supply base are achieved
For Build-to-Specification (BTS) products the Strategic Purchasing team are the pilot: leading activities with the Suppliers ensuring all milestones are met on time during the development phase up to certification.
Candidate skills & requirements
University or College Degree/Diploma, preferably in Business/and or Engineering
Technical appreciation of landing gear and manufacturing processes
Business skills, Analytical and Rigorous
3 or more years of Purchasing, Supply Chain and/or Engineering experience, preferably in Aerospace
Team player; Communication skills at all levels, including the ability to summarize and simplify complex subjects
Fluent in English, French an asset
Experience in Project Management and/or in transversal management
Analysis and formalization of customer requirements
Understanding of the technical environment and customer's expectations
Management of the supplier relationship
Purchasing administration and organization understanding
Strongly organized, rigorous and results oriented personality
Strength of conviction
Analytical and synthetically minded; Tenacity and perseverance and strong relationship building
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.
We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.
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 as required under its Accessibility and Accommodation Policy.
Job location
Job location
North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto
City (-ies)
Ajax
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years
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 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
Number 1 in aircraft landing and braking systems, Safran Landing Systems equips the commercial, regional, business and military fleets of more than 25 key airframers. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.
Reference number
2025-155796
Job details
Domain
Programs / Customer Relations
Job field / Job profile
Purchasing - Program purchasing
Job title
Program Purchasing Lead
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
For a Program (or a Program family), of bought-parts-Build-to-Print & Build-to-Spec, System & Equipment parts & services (ref. design-drawings and/or specifications, as well as Program related Non-Recurring Costs (NRC) / investments:
To represent as the focal & interface, the Purchasing process within the Integrated Program Team (IPT).
Ensures within the global Purchasing team-the Program (IPT) & Production strategies, they are clearly communicated and respected.
Liaison, communicate & coordinate with the Purchasing Site Leader (PSL) & Commodity Buyer teams
Manages & ensure the Purchasing process in accordance with AS-9100, aligned with the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) & SAFRAN Group rules-application of APQP & DVI PPAP.
Prepare any Program Purchasing related documentation-to set-up & drive the Purchasing activities. Eg; Program Purchasing Plan (PPP), Program Work Package Agreement, Purchasing Roadmap, Program Overview, for all and any other Purchasing related activities.
Participate and lead as Purchasing's focal, the estimation process (RC & NRC)-to provide and update the Purchasing cost evolution from initial bid phase through to certification.
Ensure the " Flow Down " of the contractual requirements from our Customers to the Commodity Purchasing team.
Ensure that the IPT is aware of the impact on suppliers of SAFRAN Landing Systems (SLS) technical, contractual and logistical requirements
Ensure all Purchasing actions are completed in a timely manner in support of the Program schedule
Identify Purchasing risks related to the Program and manage them in accordance with the SAFRAN Group Risk procedure. To ensure hot topics are resolved timely & properly. If required are escalated to head of the functions.
Closely monitor key emerging & hot topics-ensure respective functions are fully informed, & their teams, Purchasing, Program, Production & Engineering, dedicate appropriate efforts to those topics.
Communicate to the Commodity Buyers any changes / modifications & constraints from the final customer.
Take part in the Make or Buy process & decisions.
Coordinate the dedicated Implementation Specialists to support the industrialization of the equipment under their responsibility.
Update the Purchasing Program Dashboard (RC, NRC, schedule, contractualization, risk...) and any additional specific Program reporting required.
Understand the Customer Services Spares Parts requirements and ensure that Buyers include them in their negotiations
Ensure export control and offset obligations related to the supply base are achieved
For Build-to-Specification (BTS) products the Strategic Purchasing team are the pilot: leading activities with the Suppliers ensuring all milestones are met on time during the development phase up to certification.
Candidate skills & requirements
University or College Degree/Diploma, preferably in Business/and or Engineering
Technical appreciation of landing gear and manufacturing processes
Business skills, Analytical and Rigorous
3 or more years of Purchasing, Supply Chain and/or Engineering experience, preferably in Aerospace
Team player; Communication skills at all levels, including the ability to summarize and simplify complex subjects
Fluent in English, French an asset
Experience in Project Management and/or in transversal management
Analysis and formalization of customer requirements
Understanding of the technical environment and customer's expectations
Management of the supplier relationship
Purchasing administration and organization understanding
Strongly organized, rigorous and results oriented personality
Strength of conviction
Analytical and synthetically minded; Tenacity and perseverance and strong relationship building
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.
We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.
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 as required under its Accessibility and Accommodation Policy.
Job location
Job location
North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto
City (-ies)
Ajax
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years