Jobs at Safran

External Supply Planner

Wales, United KingdomFrom $202/yr

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, 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. As the External Supply Planner, you'll oversee the execution of ERP-based supply plans with external suppliers, ensuring timely material availability to support production requirements while actively addressing risks, capacity limitations, and adherence to schedules. The External Supply Chain Planner is responsible for executing ERP-driven supply plans with external suppliers, ensuring material availability to meet production needs while proactively managing risks, capacity constraints, and schedule adherence. This role focuses on the tactical and operational dimensions of supplier management (not commercial negotiation) and plays a critical part in ensuring supply continuity, performance monitoring, and alignment with the production plan. This role is a member of the External Supply Chain team, part of the wider Supply Chain function. Key Responsibilities and Duties ERP Supply Plan Execution *Interpret and action MRP outputs to create, adjust, and expedite purchase orders and supplier schedules. *Resolve discrepancies between ERP plans and supplier commitments. *Lead order error resolution for supply base. *Monitor accurate and timely PO acknowledgements and delivery confirmations from suppliers. Supplier Coordination *Be the first point of contact for daily operational matters with assigned suppliers. *Communicate changes to schedules, volumes, or priorities to suppliers within agreed planning horizons. *Escalate persistent delivery issues or risks to the External Supply Manager and Strategic Purchasing counterpart. *Support and resolve invoice queries. Capacity \& Risk Management *Assess supplier capacity vs. forecast and identify shortfalls or bottlenecks early. *Support contingency planning and capacity recovery activities in collaboration with the manager and suppliers. *Document and track risk mitigation actions. Supplier Performance Monitoring *Track supplier On-Time Delivery (SOTD), responsiveness, and delivery quality. *Maintain accurate supplier performance data in relevant dashboards and KPIs. *Support and attend regular supplier reviews with data and insights. Planning Collaboration *Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders (production planning, logistics, inventory control, supplier performance, quality, after market) to ensure full alignment of material plans with final assembly requirements. *Inform internal stakeholders of confirmed delivery plans and exceptions. Data and System Maintenance *Maintain accurate ERP planning parameters (e.g. lead times, lot sizes, safety stock levels). *Support root cause analysis of MRP discrepancies and system errors. Continuous Improvement *Identify and propose process improvements to enhance supplier collaboration, ERP usage, and supply planning efficiency. *Participate in lean or supply chain improvement initiatives as needed. Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications Essential Skills - A good understanding, and experience working with an ERP System, particularly material scheduling - Production or material scheduling experience in technically complex and highly regulated industry - Familiarity with supplier capacity and delivery performance tracking - Supply Chain risk management experience including reduction and assessment of risks - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment - Competent Microsoft user inc Word, Excel, PowerPoint Desirable Skills - Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools. - Experience in aviation or aerospace manufacturing -Experience of using a supplier two way system such as Lean DNA or other business intelligence tools - APICS CPIM / CSCP or similar supply chain qualification. Essential Competencies, Behaviours and Skills - Problem solving skills - Process and data driven - Detailed-oriented - Strong and clear communicator and stakeholder management - Strong collaborator and team ethos

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External Supply Planner (Operational Buyer)

Cwmbrân, Wales, UKFrom $202/yr

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, 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. Join Safran Seats as our External Supply Planner, overseeing the execution of ERP-based supply plans with external suppliers, and ensuring timely material availability to support production requirements while actively addressing risks, capacity limitations, and adherence to schedules. The External Supply Chain Planner is responsible for executing ERP-driven supply plans with external suppliers, ensuring material availability to meet production needs while proactively managing risks, capacity constraints, and schedule adherence. This role focuses on the tactical and operational dimensions of supplier management (not commercial negotiation) and plays a critical part in ensuring supply continuity, performance monitoring, and alignment with the production plan. You'll be a member of the External Supply Chain team, part of the wider Supply Chain function. Key Responsibilities and Duties ERP Supply Plan Execution *Interpret and action MRP outputs to create, adjust, and expedite purchase orders and supplier schedules. *Resolve discrepancies between ERP plans and supplier commitments. *Lead order error resolution for supply base. *Monitor accurate and timely PO acknowledgements and delivery confirmations from suppliers. Supplier Coordination *Be the first point of contact for daily operational matters with assigned suppliers. *Communicate changes to schedules, volumes, or priorities to suppliers within agreed planning horizons. *Escalate persistent delivery issues or risks to the External Supply Manager and Strategic Purchasing counterpart. *Support and resolve invoice queries. Capacity \& Risk Management *Assess supplier capacity vs. forecast and identify shortfalls or bottlenecks early. *Support contingency planning and capacity recovery activities in collaboration with the manager and suppliers. *Document and track risk mitigation actions. Supplier Performance Monitoring *Track supplier On-Time Delivery (SOTD), responsiveness, and delivery quality. *Maintain accurate supplier performance data in relevant dashboards and KPIs. *Support and attend regular supplier reviews with data and insights. Planning Collaboration *Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders (production planning, logistics, inventory control, supplier performance, quality, after market) to ensure full alignment of material plans with final assembly requirements. *Inform internal stakeholders of confirmed delivery plans and exceptions. Data and System Maintenance *Maintain accurate ERP planning parameters (e.g. lead times, lot sizes, safety stock levels). *Support root cause analysis of MRP discrepancies and system errors. Continuous Improvement *Identify and propose process improvements to enhance supplier collaboration, ERP usage, and supply planning efficiency. *Participate in lean or supply chain improvement initiatives as needed. Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications Essential Skills - A good understanding, and experience working with an ERP System, particularly material scheduling. - Production or material scheduling experience in technically complex and highly regulated industry. - Familiarity with supplier capacity and delivery performance tracking. - Supply Chain risk management experience including reduction and assessment of risks. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment - Stakeholder management Desirable Skills - Competent Microsoft user inc. Word, Excel, PowerPoint. - Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools. - Experience in aviation or aerospace manufacturing. - Experience of using a supplier two way system such as Lean DNA or other business intelligence tools. - APICS CPIM / CSCP or similar supply chain qualification.

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Manufacturing Engineer (NPI) M/F

Banbury, England, UKFrom $110,000/yr

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. Safran Electronics \& Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space. Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. About Safran Actuation Systems UK Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world class centre for the design, manufacture and support of cutting-edge actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Manufacturing Engineering team as a Manufacturing Engineer - NPI at our Banbury site. Your role : In this exciting role, as a NPI Manufacturing Engineer you will be fundamental to the development of new composite products and processes in a highly challenging and fast-paced environment. You will bring new products to our customers helping to move the world forward. The role is critical to delivering new products with manufacturing readiness to support business strategic growth timing. You will be offered the opportunity to learn and develop cutting edge composite manufacturing techniques and impact design solutions that will be deployed on existing and future aircraft platforms. In this role you will: -Significantly contribute to the product maturity development of composite components -Drive New Product Introductionactivities -Deliver Manufacturing Readiness Level progression for key composite technology projects -Drive process innovation and improvement -Design and develop tooling, Jigs \& Fixturing of varying complexity to facilitate the development of new parts and manufacturing methods -Create detailed CAD models and drawings for parts and tooling, following change management best practice. -Specify, source, install and commission CAPEX equipment, working with internal and external suppliers. -Lead PFMEA activities -Author new and revised standard operating process documentation in line with company process -Author manufacturing tools and lessons learned based on development project findings -Provide reports and documentation necessary to show manufacturing efforts -Clearly communicate actions and progress of technical tasks in hand -Utilise best practice and industry recognised techniques to conduct effective root Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: -Competitive salary -Company performance bonus scheme -Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution -Private medical insurance -Comprehensive health cash plan -25 days annual leave + bank holidays -Flexible benefits programme (buy \& sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/ Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay) -Structured training \& opportunities to progress We understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger. We are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. Why Safran? * A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence \& space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries. * Inclusive \& empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. * Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further. * Mobility \& training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality. * A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence. What You'll Bring -Experience in developing manufacturing processes \& handing over to production -Experience in the specification and commissioning of manufacturing equipment -Able to take a hands-on approach to developing components, manufacturing processes, and testing methods. -Proficiency in creating jigs and fixtures of varying complexity. -Proven track record of effective project delivery -Capability of conducting effective root cause analysis. -High level of self-motivation, drive and focus on results with a concern for accuracy: you will be resilient and able to act in a tenacious way when required -Effective communication skills, suitable for communicating at multiple levels of the organisation. -Comfortable working in a fast-paced R\&D environment and be able to react to change quickly and effectively

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Program and Customer Support Manager

Dubai, DU, AEFrom $10/yr

Published 10.06.2026 Company : Safran Aerosystems Services Job field : Customer services and support Location : Dubai , United Arab Emirates Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Master Degree Required experience : More than 5 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer \& Manager Spoken language(s) : English Fluent Published 10.06.2026 Job Description * Manage aftermarket programs (in service and/or in development) within their clients' portfolio to ensure customer satisfaction and program profitability in line with the company's objectives, which include: * Working closely with sales, engineering, supply chain, front office and other departments if necessary to ensure that the delivered product meets the contractual and accepted definition by the customer while working to eliminate or adjust process issues that hinder the successful delivery of the client's program commitments. * Determine and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to budget, delivery, warranty and customer satisfaction. * Implement all necessary actions to ensure that the aftermarket budget and customer satisfaction align with the company's objectives. * Economic management of support and service contracts: revenue tracking, cost control, contribution to contract profitability, cash flow management- Develop and maintain relationships with assigned customers, distributors, partners and other Safran companies in the region. * Define and deploy aftermarket strategies, from S1 to S12 within Prompt (Safran's program management repository), for their clients' portfolio. * Align program strategies across Safran Seats Customer Support \& Services for their clients' portfolio. * Contribute to responding to RFPs / RFIs / RFQs in the aftermarket market for their clients' portfolio. * Manage with the support of all internal stakeholders (engineering, field support, front office, supply chain, etc.), in-service issues related to their clients' portfolio. * Continuously develop aftermarket program standards as part of continuous improvement efforts. Job Requirements * Customer oriented * Ability to create strong relationships with their clients * Ability to work in multicultural environments * Knowledge of program/project/contract management * Knowledge of aviation industry and airlines * Proven ability to manage complex projects * Able to communicate clearly and concisely * Able to climb at the right time and at the right level * Able to make decisions/solve problems * Have a good team spirit * Have strong negotiation skills and be comfortable in an adversarial business environment during negotiations * Ability to analyze a complex problem, summarize it and find solutions * Perseverant and resilient * Computer skills: good working knowledge of the standard suite of office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of PowerBI will be an asset But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.) Are you looking for new challenges? Are you interested in a multidisciplinary leadership position? Join us! Within Safran Seats Customer Support \& Services, the Aftermarket Program \& Customer Support Manager reports to the Senior Program Manager of the Middle East/Africa/India region. Travels in the Middle East region (20% working time) Company Information 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. Join Safran Aerosystems: an international leader in aviation safety, fluid management and fuel systems. Our strength? Innovating to enhance flight safety (oxygen systems, evacuation systems, flotation systems) and driving the transition toward decarbonized aviation through sustainable fuels. 6,200 employees, operations in 7 countries, and one shared objective: a safer sky.

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