MRO Buyer

MRO Buyer

** 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.

** Reference number*
* ** Job details*
* ** Domain*
* Production

** Job field / Job profile*
* Purchasing - Commodity purchasing

** Job title*
* MRO Buyer

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* Employment type

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* Permanent

** Professional category*
* Employees / Staff

** Part time / Full time*
* Part-time

** Job description*
* Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

 Within the scope of direct materials, develops request for quotations, analyzes supplier responses, issues Purchase Orders to suppliers, tracks on-time delivery of orders

 Works collaboratively with internal and external suppliers to understand and consolidate purchasing requirements

 Monitors supplier performance and contract execution

 Proposes improvements of tools & processes and develop purchasing maturity within the Group, fosters operational excellence

 Partners with the Senior Management Team and Safran group teams to align purchasing with the overall business strategy

 Reports to Purchasing, Inventory, and Logistics Manager

KPIs:

 Supplier On-Time Delivery

 Supplier Quality Metrics

** But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)*
* Travel:
None

** Candidate skills & requirements*
* Education:

 Bachelors Degree (BA/BS)

Professional

Experience:

 Three or more years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.

Key Capabilities:

Analytical Skills

 Ability to break down and analyze information and then provide sound judgment and recommendations.

Initiative

 Displays self confidence, takes ownership and acts proactively to make things happen in the organization.

Assertiveness

 He/she deals with conflict constructively, argues skillfully and can put forward sound contributions even in the face of opposition.

Teamwork and Collaboration

 Ability to interact and adapt communication and style with personnel from all levels of company, Mechanics to the General Manager.

Core Competencies:

Job Knowledge and Expertise

 Demonstrates knowledge of the procurement and supply chain industry

 Must have Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office:
Excel, Word & Outlook

 Knowledge of ERP systems such as Epicor is a plus

 Knowledge of French language is a plus

 Purchasing in the Aerospace industry is a plus

Customer Orientation

 Seeks to understand customer needs and expectations; understands and delivers customer value; promotes open and frequent communications with management and suppliers.

** Annual salary*
* TBD

** Job location*
* ** Job location*
* North America, United States, Indiana

** City (-ies)*
* 845 Airtech Parkway, Suite 172 / Dock 16 IN 46168 Plainfield

** Applicant criteria*
* ** Minimum education level achieved*
* Bachelor's Degree

** Minimum experience level required*
* More than 3 years

** Additional Languages preferred*
* English (Fluent)

** ITAR Controlled Position:
Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency*
* No