Supplier and Quality Manager; H​/F - MAG Aerospace Industries, LLC

About Safran

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), 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, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.

Safran est la 2ᵉ entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Safran Cabin conçoit, certifie, et fabrique les intérieurs de cabines complets, les systèmes et les équipements les plus innovants du secteur pour offrir à ses clients du monde entier une image de marque distinctive et une expérience passagers sûre et confortable.

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip. Join our first‑class team to reinvent in‑flight experience. In the role of Supplier Performance & Quality Manager you'll play a pivotal part on our production team. As the Supplier Performance and Quality Manager, you will oversee and drive the operational performance, quality, risk management, and continuous improvement of assigned suppliers.

You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams procurement, quality, engineering, and purchasing to ensure supplier compliance with Safran's high standards and support production goals. You will also provide valuable insights and updates to executive leadership, representing Safran's voice externally and strengthening relationships with suppliers to support long‑term business success. Given Water & Waste role as an assembly shop, this position is critical in preventing material shortages, safeguarding production lines, and ultimately protecting our customers' satisfaction.

Oversee operational performance of assigned suppliers aligned with their escalation and surveillance levels managing both logistics and quality aspects. Organise and lead supplier performance reviews by gathering KPIs and integrating feedback from internal stakeholders (SQAs, Buyers, Supply Chain, Programs). Consolidate monthly performance data and prepare scorecards to share with suppliers. Schedule and conduct annual supplier evaluations to prepare the next surveillance plan.

Act as the primary internal and external interface for managing supplier relationships, coordinating efforts across departments and various management levels. Lead and coordinate the Annual Performance Review (APR).

Support creation and execution of Supplier Surveillance Plans, including Rate/Readiness assessments, Load & Capacity evaluations, maturity audits, risk analysis, and Business Continuity Plan (BCP) on‑site checks. Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with Safran quality requirements (QMS and Product Process). Monitor supplier risks and implement corrective or preventive actions via internal and external action plans to restore and maintain operational performance.

Anticipate supplier shortages and mitigate associated risks to prevent production disruptions. Evaluate supplier risk levels and define monitoring plans to support product ramp‑up/down phases and new product introductions.

Lead RCCA problem‑solving initiatives and quality or supply‑chain audits for critical suppliers. Establish and manage crisis cells to address supplier performance drops and logistics crises. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop, implement, and monitor crisis resolution plans. Act as the key contact during crisis situations to minimise production disruptions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Industrialisation, or Quality management. Experience managing supplier…