Job field / Job profile :Purchasing/Supplier performance management Employment type :Permanent Position description : A glimpse at the job:POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Join a team that drives innovation and success! At Safran, we foster collaboration, trust, and diverse perspectives. As a Supplier Performance Management Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in managing supplier action plans in case of recurring performance deviations untilacceptable performance is reached, ensuring efficiency and timeliness while contributing to a more sustainable world. This position contributes to our vision by: • Follow and manage the quality and logistic performances for a panel of suppliers from the selecting to serial phase. • Manages supplier action plans in case of recurring performance deviations until acceptable performance is reached. • As part of the implemented contract, obtains and leads the implementation of supplier's improvement plans to allow a continuous progress of their maturity level. • Ensure the consistency ofinitiated improvement actions with all supply chain stake holders. What we offer:  Competitive salaries • Paid holidays • Recognition programs • Comprehensive benefits • Retirement (401K) plans with employer match • Professional development opportunities • Tuition assistance • Over300 career paths across global sites Work Culture: At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. This drives innovation, strengthens teams, and builds lasting connections. At Safran, we are committed to creating opportunities and supporting all employees in reaching their goals. We also engage in outreach through educational programs, community initiatives, and career events, partnering with local organizations to inspire and connect with future talent. Highlights from our facility: As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical&Power, the Denton, Texas facility's diverse team works together to innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight. Safran has won many prestigious awards from our customers, including the Northrop Grumman Supplier Performance Excellence Award, Sikorsky Elite Supplier, and the Boeing Supplier of the Year. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton is home to two major universities and a vibrant arts and music community!Discover Safran through our videos: https://www.safran-group.com/videos/safran-corporate.Safran Electrical&Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email Kimberly.copley@safrangroup.com or call 940-272-5700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. At Safran Electrical&Power, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field • Requires at least 5 years of solid operational experience in surveillance and supplier development within a purchasing/logistic/quality industrial organization • Project Management skills – Expert • Technicalawareness of manufacturing processes - Advanced • Lean Project Management - able to conduct/participate in workshops using lean methodology - Advanced • Understanding of process control, total quality, and lean manufacturing. -Advanced • Negotiation Skills (demonstrated at senior management level)-Advanced • Problem solving skills - ability to analyze a problem and determine if driven by design, supplier or other factors in a timely fashion. - Advanced • Knowledge of supply chain; ERP principals – Advanced • Ability to work tactically with a strategic objective. Including having a high level of self motivation and job planning in order to achieve goals and meet deadlines working autonomously. • Knowledge of Quality/Lean Tools (FMEA, 8D, DMAIC, 5W, Ishikawa etc.) - Advanced Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes: • Innovative&Curious• Collaborative&Inclusive• Committed to Safety • Trustworthy • Results Focused • Driven to Excellence • Powered by Teamwork This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical&Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.Visa sponsorship is available for this position. This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. Relocation assistance offered for this position. City (-ies) :Denton Minimum education level achieved :Bachelor's Degree