Regional Commodities Buyer – Eastern U.S.

Regional Commodities Buyer – Eastern U.S.

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

2026-187890

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Purchasing - Commodity purchasing

Job title

Regional Commodities Buyer – Eastern U.S.

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Main Objectives / Basic Function:

Responsible for managing and sourcing the local and regional supply base across all indirect purchasing segments for facilities within the assigned U.S. territory (KY, OH, AL, GA, NH, and NY). This position serves as the customer-facing indirect purchasing representative for the sites within its scope and manages the full procurement lifecycle—from requirements definition and sourcing through negotiation, contract execution, administration, supplier performance management, and renewal.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop, negotiate, and administer agreements covering all indirect purchasing segments, including indirect materials, services, operating supplies, capital-related requirements, and facility needs.

• Source and develop a supply base that delivers maximum value to Safran companies.

• Develop, lead, and maintain purchasing plans that maximize value-added activities.

• Identify and initiate process improvements, standardization opportunities, cost-saving initiatives, and value-added supplier programs in collaboration with site personnel and suppliers.

• Participate in cross-functional projects as required and perform established administrative activities that support the role.

• Develop and execute local and regional sourcing strategies across all indirect purchasing segments within the assigned scope.

• Manage the savings plan in the designated system for sites within the assigned scope, including associated contract execution and documentation.

• Liaise and coordinate with departments such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Production, Quality, Program Management, and Facilities, as well as other Safran sites, to maximize customer service and business opportunities.

• Prepare a monthly savings report and presentation deck, and present results, actions, and priorities to company leadership.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned companies, coordinating between central purchasing functions and site leadership to address ongoing actions, savings, roadblocks, and opportunities.

• Resolve day-to-day operational issues as required.

Specialized Knowledge: Broad knowledge of indirect procurement categories and sourcing practices, including services, indirect materials, operating supplies, facilities, and capital-related requirements; project management skills; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP applications; strong knowledge of contracts and contract language; ability to negotiate and maintain a range of supplier agreements; and working knowledge of accounting and financial principles.

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

Budget and/or P&L Accountability: No direct P&L ownership; accountable for influencing regional indirect spend, negotiating commercial terms, and achieving approved savings targets within delegated authority.

Health and Safety: Wear personal protective equipment where required, participate actively in HSE initiatives, and promptly report HSE concerns. Health, safety, and environmental responsibility are shared by all employees.

Mental and Sensory Demands: Strong time-management skills are required to meet deadlines and objectives. The role involves daily computer work, word processing, and development and analysis of financial data. The employee must be able to manage project setbacks and changing priorities.

Physical Effort: Hand/eye coordination for computers and applicable software programs.

Travel Requirements: Regular travel is required, primarily between facilities in the assigned territory.

Working Conditions (On-site or Off-site): Regular office environment with travel between sites.

Candidate skills & requirements

Skills & Core Competencies: Strong purchasing process leadership and negotiation skills; ability to establish, implement, and maintain contractual relationships; sound understanding of financial and production principles; and an analytical, results-oriented approach.

Education and Certifications: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, operations management, or a related field is required. A recognized supply chain or procurement certification, such as APICS/ASCM CPIM or ISM CPSM, is preferred.

Work Experience: Three to five years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or another high-technology environment is required. Experience managing indirect purchasing categories and leading cross-functional sourcing projects is required. International procurement experience and a technical or engineering background are preferred.

Communication Skills

Internal: Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment and with off-site management. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

External: Ability to communicate effectively and represent the Purchasing function with the supplier panel. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Management/Planning: Plans and prioritizes regional sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, contract renewals, savings actions, and stakeholder engagements across all indirect purchasing segments. Coordinates cross-functional resources and manages multiple concurrent projects to meet business objectives and deadlines.

Magnitude/Scope of Responsibility: Regional responsibility for all indirect purchasing segments supporting assigned sites in Kentucky, Ohio, Alabama, Georgia, New Hampshire, and New York.

Degree of Confidentiality Required: High. The role handles confidential supplier pricing, commercial terms, contracts, sourcing strategies, forecasts, and internal financial information.

Ownership of Processes/Procedures: Owns and maintains sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, contract administration, savings tracking, and supplier performance activities for assigned indirect purchasing categories and sites, in accordance with company policies and delegated authority.

Responsibility for Materials, Information, and Financial Resources: Responsible for safeguarding procurement records and commercial information, managing supplier commitments within delegated authority, and delivering validated savings and cost-avoidance results.

Annual salary

TBD

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Kentucky, Walton

City (-ies)

Walton

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Bilingual)

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No