Supplier Management; Individual Contributor

SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT (SPM)

Published 08.14.2025

Company:
Safran Electrical & Power

Job field:
Purchasing

Location:

Sarasota, Florida, United States

Contract type:
Permanent

Contract duration:
Full-time

Required degree:
Bachelor's Degree

Required experience:

More than 8 years

Professional status:
Professional, Engineer & Manager

Summary:

The essence of the SPM mission is to protect Safran operations through upstream supplier surveillance, de‑risking plan and mitigation actions at supplier sites. The SPM will drive the operational performance of a panel of production suppliers.

• Supplier Monitoring, Evaluation & Approval
  • Evaluate and assess supplier risk and define appropriate monitoring plans as per established procedures.
  • Execute the monitoring plan by performing annual and monthly performance reviews, baseline and conducting supplier site visits and audits, both scheduled and ad‑hoc, to assess capability, capacity, and compliance.
• Supplier Performance Management
  • Drive improvements in supplier logistics and quality performance using KPIs, scorecards, root cause analysis and action plan.
  • Lead and manage the supplier escalation process for delivery delays or non‑conformance issues.
  • Track and expedite critical and escalated parts using tools such as Line of Balance (LOB), Work‑in‑Process (WIP) trackers and MRP diagnostics.
• Supplier Development & Continuous Improvement
  • Coach suppliers on APQP, Lean principles and process optimization to ensure sustainable improvements.
  • Define supplier development key targets based on business requirements and manage their flow down and implementation.
• Cross‑Functional Program Management
  • Partner with Engineering, Commodity Managers, and Operations to ensure sourcing alignment and effective program ramp‑ups.
  • Resolve supplier‑related roadblocks that impact delivery schedules.
  • Conduct regular briefings with supplier performance teams and business units on supplier status and escalations.
• Other Activities
  • Support strategic supply‑base optimization and relationship management with preferred and strategic partners.
  • Participate in or lead special projects focused on supply chain resilience, supplier transitions, and productivity improvement.
  • Contribute to internal process improvement initiatives to streamline supplier performance workflows within Safran.

• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Supplier Management, Program Management or Supplier Development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain operations, procurement strategies, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong understanding of quality systems, continuous improvement tools (APQP, Lean, Six Sigma), and production planning methods.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and logistics performance measurement tools such as LOB and WIP trackers.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, especially in high‑pressure environments.
• Ability to manage multiple supplier engagements concurrently, including remote coordination and on‑site interventions.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing complex supplier recovery projects.

• APICS CPIM 8.0 or CSCP or equivalent supply chain certification.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP).
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or similarly complex manufacturing environments.
• SAP system experience.
• APQP core tools (PFD, PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA, PPAP).

• Supplier performance KPIs & improvements (Logistics & Quality).
• Service rate to SEP sites and action plan success to avoid impacts.
• Risk assessment rituals and mitigation plans efficiency.
• Surveillance plan execution progress & efficiency.
• Supplier maturity improvements through baseline and/or supplier development.
• Interna…