Materials Manager

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense

Sa mission :contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible.

Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.

Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME.

Safran Electronics & Defense propose à ses clients des solutions d'intelligence embarquée leur permettant d'appréhender l'environnement, de réduire la charge mentale et de garantir une trajectoire, même en situation critique, ce dans tous les environnements :

sur terre, en mer, dans le ciel ou l'espace.

La société met les expertises de ses collaborateurs au service de ces trois fonctions :

observer, décider et guider, pour les marchés civils et militaires.

Mission description

What does the role look like? We are looking for a high-impact Materials Manager to transform and elevate delivery performance across our Wolverhampton site.

This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, focused on strengthening materials planning, optimising processes, and improving customer delivery and financial performance.

Working across Value Streams and SIOP, you will drive consistency, remove inefficiencies and embed best-in-class materials management practices. If you enjoy solving complex operational challenges, influencing cross-functional stakeholders and delivering measurable improvements, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a visible impact.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? Lead site-wide harmonisation of Delivery Clinic processes to improve performance and consistency Analyse and resolve cross-functional SIOP and materials planning challenges Optimise planning parameters across OEM and Aftermarket (PFEP) to improve service and inventory performance Develop and implement short-term capacity planning tools to support operational decision-making Embed production control best practice within operational teams Ensure stock control processes align with financial governance and compliance standards Lead, coach and develop a team of specialists, setting clear objectives and driving results

What will you bring to the role?

Essential skills: Proven experience (5+ years) within Supply Chain, SIOP or Materials Management in a complex manufacturing environment Strong cross-functional understanding of Supply Chain, Operations, Finance and ERP systems Demonstrated ability to lead change, influence stakeholders and drive continuous improvement through data-led decision making Desirable skills: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain or a technical discipline APICS CPIM / SCM certification (or equivalent)