Programme Purchaser (H/F) - SAFRAN SEATS GB LIMITED in Cwmbran

Safran is an international high-tech 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, holding leading positions in its markets either alone or in partnership. Safran is the 2nd company in the aerospace and defence sector in the "World's Best Companies 2024" ranking by TIME magazine. Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats for both crew and passengers.

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. Our passenger experience prides itself on innovation, customisation, quality and industrial design. At Safran Seats, we interface with both the world's biggest airlines and airframers alike, with the largest seats portfolio of all seats suppliers.

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 Programme Purchaser will perform and contribute to the Integrated Programme Team(s) as assigned and will effectively drive the tracking and coordination of the Purchased material requirements on behalf of the Programme Purchasing Team.

• Responsible for creating and maintaining Management Information Health Reports on programme purchasing status for distribution to the IPT & Exec Team.
• To represent the Purchasing Department and promote the Programme Purchasing processes within the programme.
• To represent the programme within the Purchasing Department.

• Drive the tracking, coordination and reporting of the purchased material requirements for development, confidence test, PDR, CDR, certification test articles and up to SS01 within the constraints of a programme schedule.
• For the purpose of satisfying Pre-Production, Development & Prototype parts where required for a Programme: To issue and monitor RFP/Q's to specific suppliers using available engineering data.
• Review and selection of suppliers based on proposals/quotations received.
• Using MRP data to raise necessary PO's and work with a predetermined number of suppliers to ensure that materials ordered are delivered on time, in full and to the correct quality standards.
• To resolve discrepancy and invoice queries in line with own and team KPI.
• Ensure that all contributing documentary evidence for the purchased material requirements are delivered at each PROMPT Tollgate milestone.
• Report material costs vs budget targets and identify potential cost avoidance.
• Raise and acquire approval for purchase requisitions and Sales Orders to drive long lead-time material demand where necessary.
• Track and resolve purchased material issues, organise transport / airfreight where required.
• Use the Engineering DLOB, Long Lead Tracker tools and report on drawing release to support Purchasing needs.

• Able to demonstrate technical understanding and enthusiasm to deliver into the programme.
• Proven delivery of procurement strategies.
• Project / Programme management experience.
• To effectively use MRP & Baan to support the introduction of new products into a Programme.
• Ensuring attainment of the objective cost of the Purchased part by referring to all stakeholders in the Purchasing Department.

• Excellent oral & written communication skills.
• Able to develop & maintain effective working relationships within the PPT & IPT structure.
• Able to organise, prioritise and influence.
• Self-reliant, hardworking, proactive & self-motivated.
• Willingness and ability to work flexibly across all areas of Operations.

Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages. 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 and 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. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application.