Demand Planner (H/F) - SAFRAN SEATS GB LIMITED

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aeronautics (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defence. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes increasingly environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. The Group employs 100,000 people worldwide and has a turnover of €27.3 billion in 2024.

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 the Lead Demand Planner is to manage the process and operations of the planning and supply chain activities to support the repairs performance in the shop. This position is a key enabler of our shops performance improvement.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Lead the supply chain process of the repair shop including demand plans, forecasts, planning and data analysis for in-house and sub-contracted repairs.
• Analyse the data notably from the ERP system in order to provide visibility to the MRO shop operations and feed action plans.
• Monitor KPI's and adjust plans accordingly.
• Manage report part shortages and customer backlog burn down plans.
• Collect and receive distribution orders from stores, checking and receiving into the ERP system.
• Pass complete kits into work, close down operations when complete ensure all paperwork is present and correct.
• Attend daily aftermarket QRQC meetings to ensure commitment dates are met to support MRO orders.
• Ensure all parts are available at the repair station when needed (Internal and External).
• Manage the escalation process in case of risk identified on the supply chain performance.
• Build strong communication between appropriate functions such as purchasing, planning, logistics and engineering to ensure the repair activity has the greatest chance of success.
• Maintain accurate demand dates including the scheduling of repair work orders and MCO's for the repair station.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes.
• Key user on ERP system.
• Coordinate with other Safran repair stations (France and US) to share good practices and processes.
• Undertake any other duties that may arise from time to time.

Experience in planning/supply chain/operations in a manufacturing environment is required, along with an excellent level of ERP understanding and proficiency in Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Lean Sigma green belt certification and a good standard of English and numeracy are also necessary. Knowledge of MRO Regulations and the ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation are advantageous.

Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future. There are four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:

• We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business.
• We develop our colleagues' skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future.
• We create a trustworthy workplace to support you, as you dare to act and innovate.
• We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues.

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you will receive:

• 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays.
• Benefits Programme, with a number of schemes such as cycle to work, technology savings, retail discounts and access to private healthcare.
• Career Progression opportunities such as company sponsorship and further training courses.
• Family friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoptive parents, shared parental leave, parental leave and flexible working.
• Equality & Diversity initiatives with internal groups for workplace engagement and involvement.
• STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and charitable activities for all.

Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages. 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.

We are committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Seats an inclusive place to work.