Supplier Performance Management Specialist

A glimpse at the job:

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Join a team that drives innovation and success! At Safran, we foster collaboration, trust, and diverse perspectives. As a Supplier Performance Management Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in managing supplier action plans in case of recurring performance deviations until acceptable performance is reached, ensuring efficiency and timeliness while contributing to a more sustainable world.

This position contributes to our vision by:
• Follow and manage the quality and logistic performances for a panel of suppliers from the selecting to serial phase.
• Manages supplier action plans in case of recurring performance deviations until acceptable performance is reached.
• As part of the implemented contract, obtains and leads the implementation of supplier's improvement plans to allow a continuous progress of their maturity level.
• Ensure the consistency of initiated improvement actions with all supply chain stake holders.

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

Work Culture:
At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. This drives innovation, strengthens teams, and builds lasting connections. At Safran, we are committed to creating opportunities and supporting all employees in reaching their goals. We also engage in outreach through educational programs, community initiatives, and career events, partnering with local organizations to inspire and connect with future talent.

Highlights from our facility:

As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility's diverse team works together to innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight. Safran has won many prestigious awards from our customers, including the Northrop Grumman Supplier Performance Excellence Award, Sikorsky Elite Supplier, and the Boeing Supplier of the Year. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton is home to two major universities and a vibrant arts and music community!
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Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 940-272-5700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

 Leads the quality and logistic performances of a supplier panel in coordination with internal stakeholders including procurement, quality and purchasing teams ensuring alignment with the mid term plan (MTP).
 Identifies trends and poor performing suppliers and then takes action as necessary to improve supplier performance and capability.
 Drives key stakeholders to define and deliver the corrective action plans ensuring results are achieved and sustainable with a key focus on production readiness, audits and for systemic quality issues
 Supports with customer visits and audits as necessary;
 Conducts internal periodic supplier performance review with other groups within the division.
 Monitors supplier risks and updates the risk register ensuring key issues are flagged to the business, and a plan is developed to drive internal actions and improvements at suppliers to minimize or eliminate risks.
 Demonstrate leadership, influencing, teamwork and effective conflict resolution (drive change, conduct workshops) with strong communication skills at all levels of management internally and at supplier facility (written and verbal).
 Focal point for performances issues in relation with logistics and programs teams.
 Lead the planning, , scheduling, facilitation and delivery of Safran strategies (Supplier Development, QRQC, 8D) and other supplier improvement projects
 Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and

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.

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
• Requires at least 5 years of solid operational experience in surveillance and supplier development within a purchasing/logistic/quality industrial organization
• Project Management skills – Expert
• Technical awareness of manufacturing processes - Advanced
• Lean Project Management - able to conduct/participate in workshops using lean methodology - Advanced
• Understanding of process control, total quality, and lean manufacturing. -Advanced
• Negotiation Skills (demonstrated at senior management level)-Advanced
• Problem solving skills - ability to analyze a problem and determine if driven by design, supplier or other factors in a timely fashion. - Advanced
• Knowledge of supply chain; ERP principals – Advanced
• Ability to work tactically with a strategic objective. Including having a high level of self motivation and job planning in order to achieve goals and meet deadlines working autonomously.
• Knowledge of Quality/Lean Tools (FMEA, 8D, DMAIC, 5W, Ishikawa etc.) - 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

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position. This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government.

Relocation assistance offered for this position.

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 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME.

Safran Electrical & Power est l'un des leaders mondiaux des systèmes électriques aéronautiques. La société est un acteur clé dans le domaine de l'électrification des équipements et de la propulsion électrique et hybride. Elle compte 14 000 collaborateurs répartis dans 13 pays.