Senior Buyer **Job details** **General information** **Entity** 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. As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people. **Reference number** 2026-171200 **Job details** **Domain** Programs / Customer Relations **Job field / Job profile** Supply chain - Procurement officer **Job title** Senior Buyer **Employment type** Permanent **Professional category** Employees / Staff **Part time / Full time** Full-time **Job description** Summary: As a member of the Global Procurement and Supply Chain team, the Senior Buyer is responsible for the providing analytical data to drive business initiatives. They will handle complex negotiations, will identify, select and manage relationships with suppliers, will manage the purchasing cycle, including requisitions, purchase orders, will monitor supplier performance, recommend improvements, and address supplier quality issues related to supplier product. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • In conjunction with technical specifications from Engineering, write requests for quote and extends invitations to bid to appropriate suppliers. • Evaluate proposals based on cost, lead-time, project requirements, policy Compliance and other factors. • Coordinate with Project Management to meet budgets and delivery schedules. • Negotiate pricing, quality and delivery criteria for required materials in connection with the placement of purchase orders. • Process purchase requisitions for materials required for manufacturing. • Coordinate any supplier questions or problems with Engineering, Quality, Sales, project managers and Accounting or other Departments as required. • Manage supplier performance and ensure feedback is provided to each supplier with the focus on maintaining and improving supplier performance. • Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease inefficiencies in manufacturing times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with project principles • Coordinate with other internal departments and with suppliers on any special projects or programs as assigned • Provide estimate for Sales Cost Breakdown during RFQ process • Serve as a liaison between vendors and Company personnel • Organize, update and retain product information files and purchase order records • Approve invoices for orders for which they are responsible • Other duties as assigned **Candidate skills & requirements** Education/Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing procurement, domestic and international preferred Qualifications: • Proven ability to balance risk, effectively influence diverse teams, and take ownership of responsibility for outcomes while fostering a positive team spirit • Demonstrated success managing and leading large-scale, complex, multi-discipline projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders and partners • Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience both internally and externally • Demonstrate strong analytical skills by anticipating problems including problem identification, action planning and execution • Knowledge of principles and practices of purchasing and accounting flow cycles • Knowledge of common international business practices relating to the purchase, currency, costing, payment terms, Incoterms, shipping modes, taxes • Knowledge of purchasing, inventory, and accounting ERP modules • Technical aptitude to understand complex products being purchased and interpret engineering drawings • Ability to comprehend policies, procedures, and laws related to importing and exporting • Demonstrate the ability to problem solve and develop alternative solutions when dealing with client issues or emotional topics • Highly motivated, able to prioritize and work independently **Annual salary** 95,000-105,000 **Job location** **Job location** North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis **City (-ies)** 651 Campus Drive, MN. 55112 New Brighton **Applicant criteria** **Minimum education level achieved** Bachelor's Degree **Minimum experience level required** More than 5 years **ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency** Yes