Manage a dedicated portfolio of Suppliers.

Manage the relationship from the sourcing up to the contract management during the life of the Contract.

Accountable for the relationship with each supplier of the allocated panel.

Accountable for the cost reduction plan with the Supplier panel assigned.

Contribute to set up, formalize, execute the Commodity strategy, with the appropriate stakeholders.

Creation and management of RFQ process through the Supplier Selection and establishment of Safran Landing Systems Contractual conditions with Supplier.

Manage Contracts in Place with Suppliers assigned and anticipate renewal of contract.

Actively work to increase the maturity level of the Supplier panel to the required level.

Actively monitoring the performance of the Supplier and establish action plan(s) in case of issues identified.

Identify Cost reduction opportunities and manage the cost reduction plan.

Interface with other functions on all Sites, and act as Purchasing focal point for the Supplier panel allocated.

Lead multi-functional teams in charge of industrializing parts on the supplier panel allocated.

Contribute/Define a Target Purchasing Strategy on specific commodity(ies)

Identify S.W.O.R's with assigned suppliers to plan business expansion, reduction or exit.

Demonstrate leadership within other commodity buyers, by being the referent on Purchasing protocols and develop initiatives within the team.

Job Requirements

A relevant University Degree and/or APICS, CPIM or CIRM/PMAC Certification.

Experience working in a manufacturing environment, international experience in Aerospace preferred or in Mechanical Industrial Engineering; minimum 5 years Purchasing experience.

Experience in leading Projects within multi-functional teams.

Familiarity with Contracts, contract language and the ability to negotiate various types of contracts with suppliers

Purchasing process leadership skills.





Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to communicate effectively in a team environment and represent the Purchasing function within the Supplier.

High working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Experience with accounting and financial principles.

Production control process knowledge, MRP and Flow Management.

Ability to travel on short- or long-term assignments as per project needs.

Salary: $90,500 to $113,000

Reason for Recruitment: Replacement

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive setting with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.

SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us! While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations. Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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📌 Lead Commodity Buyer - Machined Parts (Ontario)
🏢 Safran
📍 Ontario