Program Administrator - Buyer Furnished Equipment

Program Administrator 2 - Buyer Furnished Equipment

** Job details*
* ** General information*
* ** Entity*
* Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated 31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.

** Reference number*
* ** Job details*
* ** Domain*
* Performance and Support

** Job field / Job profile*
* Program and project management office - PMO operations level 2

** Job title*
* Program Administrator 2 - Buyer Furnished Equipment

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* Employment type

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* Permanent

** Professional category*
* Professional, Engineer & Manager

** 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. As a Program Administrator 2
- Buyer Furnished Equipment, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

 Keep accurate and concise records of all program requirements, receipts and disbursements

 Communicate daily and weekly requirements with suppliers. Obtain vendor delivery commitments and reconcile open order requirements. Follow up with vendor shortages.

 Participates in the daily production and program meetings as required.

 Account for all loaned parts and subsequent return to supplier(s) at the conclusion of program

 Coordinate with BFE Inventory Specialist to insure correct stocking locations for each program

 Prepare vendor forecast reports, secure long term capacities to support company needs.

 Prepare daily purchase orders for acquisition of items with a goal of controlling cost margin, vendor delivery, performance, and product quality.

 Arranges the return of rejected items and ensures transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.

 Compiles product specifications, sources product, prepare requests for quotation, analyzes results and presents recommendations.

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

Highlights from our facility:

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.

Join Safran Seats. Here we craft excellence together.

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

- Requires an Associate's degree or 3 years related experience in lieu of Associate's level degree to meet the education requirement.

- In addition to meeting the education requirement, requires an additional 2 years' experience in a project team environment/exposure.

- Must be computer literate with knowledge of MAPICS system.

- Must have a good understanding of MRP principles.

- Proficient in the use…