PLM Specialist (H/F) - SAFRAN SEATS GB LIMITED in Cwmbran

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique, 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 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024.

Safran Seats est l'un des principaux fabricants mondiaux de sièges d'avion, tant pour l'équipage que pour les passagers. 1 million de sièges d'avion fabriqués par Safran Seats sont actuellement en service dans les flottes aériennes du monde entier.

Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience? Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award-winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology.

As a part of the PLM team, acts as a liaison between the Safran Seats GB (SSGB) and the central PLM teams ensuring the successful deployment of PDM/PLM capabilities in SGB as a part of the global digital transformation program. The scope includes business requirements management, supporting solution design & validation and provision for adequate support during various phases of OnePLM and other major transformation initiatives.

This role includes pro-actively gathering information from a variety of sources, including through meetings at various levels within organisation & external solution partners and will be expected to challenge appropriately.

• Conducting effective analysis to clarify, evaluate business requirements for change in a manner, which supports the business strategic goals in the context of OnePLM transformation project.
• This includes documentation of requirements using various methods, such as: Process Mapping; User stories; Use Cases; Impact Mapping; Functional and Non-Functional Requirements Specifications.
• Implementation of functionalities in PLM tools such as Windchill and/or SmarTeam (legacy system).
• Responsible for conducting gap analysis of any new requirements and articulate business impact.
• Proactively engage with the stakeholders across global business units & external solution partners, and challenge appropriately adding views on best practices (CAD, PLM) and present the findings in precise manner.
• Supporting governance and delivery of assigned initiatives where required.
• As part of OnePLM core team, responsible to ensure correct support model is deployed during Solution development, UAT and post Go-Live to warrant excellent customer services and positive project outcomes.

• Qualified to a minimum of degree in Mechanical /Aerospace Engineering or Computer Science.
• Working knowledge and/or experience of CAD, PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system such as PTC Windchill, or PDM tools.
• With knowledge of manufacturing industry processes in the PLM domain.
• Hands on experience or knowledge of product development processes in discrete manufacturing sector.
• Excellent research and analytic skills.
• In-depth knowledge of data representation techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to turn complex concepts into simple language.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office tools and other relevant software packages.

• Knowledge of CAD/PDM/PLM or ERP Enterprise applications.
• Sound organizational, Leadership and planning skills with the ability to manage others and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge and experience of Microsoft packages, including Project, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal.

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

Diversity & Inclusion: We want Safran Seats to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

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.