Job Description

What's special about us?
Safran Helicopter Engines are the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. Our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the SHE Group, performing level 1 to level 3 maintenance and repairs on complex helicopter engine components.

Our experienced teams partner with our broad, global customer base, providing both technical expertise and broader support in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets.

What will I be doing?
The role is to provide support and services to support the business needs ensuring product availability and maintain master data including source lists, PIR/contract agreements, LOT sizes, lead-times and on-time delivery.

· Ensure that products and services meet the requirements of customers, quality standards and airworthiness authorities.

· Work in accordance with HSE legislation, the Company Operating Systems, policies and procedures.

· Demonstrate the Company Values & Behaviour's.

· Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes and working practice and take responsibility for implementing these.

· Negotiate prices and achieve PPV (cost reduction) on purchased or sub-contracted products.

· Responsible for maintaining SAP master data, part number and vendor master data as MRP controller for designated part numbers & commodities

· Own and manage the Buy Report to ensure orders are placed on time, within lead-time and in line with commodity strategies.

· Actively manage the MRP exception message report as part of daily activities ensuring delivery requirements are adhered to.

· Analyse each suppliers On Time delivery and Quality performance and work with suppliers and other functions as necessary to drive improvement in supplier performance.

· Input into suppliers scorecards on a monthly bases and distribute to each key supplier where applicable in alignment with the (strategic buyer)purchaser

· Work with the Quality department and adhere to the supplier approval process when approving new suppliers.

· Prioritise tasks and objectives set by Manager or team-leader on a daily basis as appropriate.

· Participate in monthly/quarterly business reviews with the management team & suppliers directly.

· Assist the departmental Manager & Purchasing Team Leader in developing the overall Purchasing function vision and strategy.

· Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that commodity strategies are understood and all sourcing is in line with them.

· Attend and actively participate in business meetings where required.

· Actively participate in continuous improvement activities.

· Any other task, which, from time to time, may reasonably be required to meet the needs of Safran HE UK Limited and is within the remit of this post.

· Ensure P2P is efficient and invoice query resolution is timely and accurate.

Job Requirements

What do you need from me?
· Strong organisational and time management skills.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

· SAP knowledge and experience (MUST) Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

· Ability to multi-task and prioritise work load Excellent attention to detail.

· 2+ years of experience in purchasing & procurement, or a related position.

· Proven track record in a purchasing / procurement role demonstrating robustness, supply chain management.

· Previous experience in Aerospace or engineering industry Variety of commodity management.

· English and Maths GCSE's grade A-C Ideally CIPS.

What's my next step?
Please apply via the website and if you have what we are looking for, a member of our talent acquisition team will be in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their identity or background.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Why us?
Operating worldwide, Safran Helicopter Engines employ 5,900 people and have more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries, and 22,000 engines in service.

Located in Fareham on the South Coast of the UK, we've been a leader in the aerospace market for over 80 years, with a reputation for putting our customers first. Supporting both the civil and military markets, our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the Safran Helicopter Engines Group.

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:
• 25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays)
o Additional day for every 10 years' service
• Flexitime – where you can accrue up to your contractual hours
o Option to leave from 12:30 on Friday (role dependant)
• Hybrid working – on site 3 days per week from home 2 days (role dependant)
• On site restaurant with daily £1.50 subsidy for lunch
• Costa coffee on site
• Generous 7% pension contributions (after 3 months)
• Health cash back scheme (after probation)
• Purchase of company shares (after 3 months)
• Annual bonus of up to 5%
• Company sick pay
• Our dedicated Benefits Portal with a range of lifestyle benefits, including life assurance, cycle to work, retail discounts, access to healthcare & wellbeing services.
• Ample free parking
• Green scheme
o Accrue points for traveling to work by bike, walking, public transport or car share
o Once a quarter receive Amazon vouchers for the points (40 points = £10)

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.