Strategic Commodity Buyer

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Purchasing - Commodity purchasing

Job title

Strategic Commodity Buyer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. We are proud to be featured in TIME's World's Best Companies 2025 ranking, securing 2nd place in the Aerospace & Defense sector and 52nd overall. As a Strategic Commodity Buyer, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies for all assigned commodities, applying best-in-class procurement processes and technology, managing special projects, and driving procurement/supplier initiatives.

• In line with strategic objectives, lead the negotiations to select, appoint and steer a supply base that progresses the company objectives on quality, cost, delivery, and continuous improvement.

• Continually develop strong relationships with internal business partners across the company and stay connected to their individual business strategies and needs.

• Develop and execute RFI, RFQ, and RFP requirements.

• Evaluate competitive offers and present sourcing options that meet business requirements.

• Negotiate supplier agreements in line with company objectives. Continous coordination with group legal required.

• Conduct in depth spend analysis in order to develop cost savings initiatives through various cost reduction options.

• Monitor, manage, and report on achievements on key purchasing indicators in line with department requirements.

• Continous benchmarking of assigned commodities to achieve best market price.

• Identify and drive annual productivity improvements in each spend category.

• Assure full compliance with all regulations and responsible care guidelines.

• 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.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries

• Paid holidays

• Recognition programs

• Comprehensive benefits

• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match

• Professional development opportunities

• Tuition assistance

• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Join Safran Electrical & Power, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

At Safran Electrical & Power, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 5 years of applicable experience.

• Demonstrated skills in working effectively across business or functional lines and partnering with businesses and departments to meet objectives.

- Advanced

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex pricing proposals and formulate a strategic plan.

- Advanced

• Demonstrated ability to influence others.

- Advanced

• Self starter and independent worker with ability to juggle multiple priorities.

- Advanced

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

- Advanced

• Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.

- Advanced

• Professional, ethical personal conduct and demeanor.

- Advanced

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) - Advanced

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

• Innovative & Curious

• Collaborative & Inclusive

• Committed to Safety

• Trustworthy

• Results Focused

• Driven to Excellence

• Powered by Teamwork

Candidate skills & requirements

Highlights from our facility:
As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility brings together a diverse team committed to crafting excellence. Here, we innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight-together. Recognized with honors such as the Northrop Grumman Supplier Performance Excellence Award, Sikorsky Elite…