Supplier Performance Manager
Apply NowCompany: Safran
Location: Twinsburg, OH 44087
Description:
Job 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 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.
Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimized architectures and solutions.
Reference number
2025-152887
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Supply chain - Supply chain manager
Job title
Supplier Performance Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Location: Twinsburg, OH or Sarasota, FL
Summary
Reports directly to the SPQM Director and functionally to the Purchasing Division Director and is in charge of the implementation of the Supplier Performance management strategy on his/her perimeter.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Main Responsabilities :
Responsible for the management and leadership of his team
Responsible of the assessment, approvals and monitoring of suppliers.
Reports on a monthly basis the results, risks, projects and general information relative to the suppliers to the Divisional Operational Committee.
Main activities :
Support the development of suppliers (Supplier Development)
Flowdown performance targets to the team
Define Supplier Development key targets based on business requirements and Manage their flow down and implementation
Define the Supplier Surveillance Plan and the Audit schedule
Monitor and communicate Supplier performance actions and plans ( Risks and mitigation plan, supplier production readiness... )
Monitor supplier escalation in case of supplier misperformance.
Ensure the reporting to the Divisional top management and corporate
Coordinate the visit of Supplier Field Engineer to the supplier
Team Management
Manage the Supplier Performance and/or Field Engineering team to achieve main objectives and drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the purchasing & procurement process.
Define and execute Team members development plan
Sustain a "Customer driven" philosophy within the SPQM organization that fosters Operational Excellence, Lean/Six-Sigma Initiatives, Continuous Improvement and Best Practices
Management of interfaces
Manage a regular communication flow towards its internal customers on the Suppliers performance situation, recovery and development plans that are launched to support Division operations
Address and provide visibility on supplier major event steering activities
Support the Customer Service teams and Program for Customers request and event
Contribute in strategic sourcing / award decisions
Support Purchasing group for non-performance cost recovery efforts
Supplier Relationship
Communicate and document Division Supplier Quality and Performance Targets to the appropriate top management counterparts at Suppliers.
Ensure Supplier management commitment to the Targets
Tools processes methodologies
Propose and implement new or enhanced processes and procedures
Ensure, deploy, maintain and improve appropriate methods and tools to follow and develop the Supplier base
Implement relevant Supplier Key Performance Indicators to properly monitor supplier performance in accordance to Safran corporate standards
Manage the Purchasing Quality System in order to have an up-to-date and comprehensive set of procedures.
Additional description
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied
contract of employment.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security
based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or
otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed
by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may
vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected
status.
Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable
accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in
the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking
employment, please call : 330 321 4172. We will decide on your request for reasonable
accommodation on a case-by-case basis
Candidate skills & requirements
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental
program and culture;
Regular, predictable attendance is required;
Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge
Safran requirements & documentary system including quality standards
Supply-chain principles and tools, lean-sigma
Strong Quality Principles and tools including audits
Lean Manufacturing background including problem solving, process audit, lean manufacturing workshops
Good data analytics skills (large database & digital tools)
Knowledge of ERP software (SAP)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft suite
Fluent English - Spanish, French is a plus
Skills
Team management
Priorities management and Ability to manage conflicts (internally & externally)
Power of persuasion and ability to negotiate
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Executive presence and Ability to drive successful supplier relationships and to represent the company externally
Change management
Master intercultural relationship
Listening, sense of the field, pragmatic
Rigor, spirit of analysis and synthesis
Team player and Coaching
Innovative / Solution-oriented
Education and/or Experience
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Purchasing or related field, 3 years of experience with a Quality System, and 2 years materials and/or purchasing and /or lean manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Requires 3 years management or supervisory experience
Supervisory Responsibilities
List the supervisory responsibilities this position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities.
Division SPQM - Direct Management
Site SPQM ( if any ) - Functional Management
SQE/SQA Specialist - Functional Management
SPQM Analyst ( if any ) - Direct Management
Supplier Field Engineer - Direct or Functional Management
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position sits and performs computer work for extended periods of time.
This position requires between 15-20% of time traveling at Suppliers or Safran Sites.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is an office setting with moderate office noise.
Annual salary
n/a
Job location
Job location
North America, United States
City (-ies)
Twinsburg, OH or Sarasota, FL
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years
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 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.
Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimized architectures and solutions.
Reference number
2025-152887
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Supply chain - Supply chain manager
Job title
Supplier Performance Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Location: Twinsburg, OH or Sarasota, FL
Summary
Reports directly to the SPQM Director and functionally to the Purchasing Division Director and is in charge of the implementation of the Supplier Performance management strategy on his/her perimeter.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Main Responsabilities :
Responsible for the management and leadership of his team
Responsible of the assessment, approvals and monitoring of suppliers.
Reports on a monthly basis the results, risks, projects and general information relative to the suppliers to the Divisional Operational Committee.
Main activities :
Support the development of suppliers (Supplier Development)
Flowdown performance targets to the team
Define Supplier Development key targets based on business requirements and Manage their flow down and implementation
Define the Supplier Surveillance Plan and the Audit schedule
Monitor and communicate Supplier performance actions and plans ( Risks and mitigation plan, supplier production readiness... )
Monitor supplier escalation in case of supplier misperformance.
Ensure the reporting to the Divisional top management and corporate
Coordinate the visit of Supplier Field Engineer to the supplier
Team Management
Manage the Supplier Performance and/or Field Engineering team to achieve main objectives and drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the purchasing & procurement process.
Define and execute Team members development plan
Sustain a "Customer driven" philosophy within the SPQM organization that fosters Operational Excellence, Lean/Six-Sigma Initiatives, Continuous Improvement and Best Practices
Management of interfaces
Manage a regular communication flow towards its internal customers on the Suppliers performance situation, recovery and development plans that are launched to support Division operations
Address and provide visibility on supplier major event steering activities
Support the Customer Service teams and Program for Customers request and event
Contribute in strategic sourcing / award decisions
Support Purchasing group for non-performance cost recovery efforts
Supplier Relationship
Communicate and document Division Supplier Quality and Performance Targets to the appropriate top management counterparts at Suppliers.
Ensure Supplier management commitment to the Targets
Tools processes methodologies
Propose and implement new or enhanced processes and procedures
Ensure, deploy, maintain and improve appropriate methods and tools to follow and develop the Supplier base
Implement relevant Supplier Key Performance Indicators to properly monitor supplier performance in accordance to Safran corporate standards
Manage the Purchasing Quality System in order to have an up-to-date and comprehensive set of procedures.
Additional description
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied
contract of employment.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security
based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or
otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed
by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may
vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected
status.
Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable
accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in
the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking
employment, please call : 330 321 4172. We will decide on your request for reasonable
accommodation on a case-by-case basis
Candidate skills & requirements
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental
program and culture;
Regular, predictable attendance is required;
Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge
Safran requirements & documentary system including quality standards
Supply-chain principles and tools, lean-sigma
Strong Quality Principles and tools including audits
Lean Manufacturing background including problem solving, process audit, lean manufacturing workshops
Good data analytics skills (large database & digital tools)
Knowledge of ERP software (SAP)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft suite
Fluent English - Spanish, French is a plus
Skills
Team management
Priorities management and Ability to manage conflicts (internally & externally)
Power of persuasion and ability to negotiate
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Executive presence and Ability to drive successful supplier relationships and to represent the company externally
Change management
Master intercultural relationship
Listening, sense of the field, pragmatic
Rigor, spirit of analysis and synthesis
Team player and Coaching
Innovative / Solution-oriented
Education and/or Experience
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Purchasing or related field, 3 years of experience with a Quality System, and 2 years materials and/or purchasing and /or lean manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Requires 3 years management or supervisory experience
Supervisory Responsibilities
List the supervisory responsibilities this position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities.
Division SPQM - Direct Management
Site SPQM ( if any ) - Functional Management
SQE/SQA Specialist - Functional Management
SPQM Analyst ( if any ) - Direct Management
Supplier Field Engineer - Direct or Functional Management
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position sits and performs computer work for extended periods of time.
This position requires between 15-20% of time traveling at Suppliers or Safran Sites.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is an office setting with moderate office noise.
Annual salary
n/a
Job location
Job location
North America, United States
City (-ies)
Twinsburg, OH or Sarasota, FL
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years