Material Planner; MRP Controller; H​/F - SAFRAN Helicopter Engines , INC

Safran Group Overview

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 100 000 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 Helicopter Engines est le leader mondial de la motorisation pour hélicoptères, avec plus de 75 000 moteurs produits depuis sa création. La société offre la plus large gamme de turbomoteurs et compte 2 500 clients répartis dans 155 pays.

Optimize inventory level to ensure on‑time parts availability to various customers (Kitting, Order completion, new production, Front office). Help develop and maintain the accuracy of SAP parameters. Ensure raw material is procured to support operation variations and delivered in line with customer expectations. Manage customer satisfaction by using different reports extracted from the ERP. Communicate daily with internal/external repair shops and corporate site in France in order to ensure material delivery will meet requirements and find alternate solutions if on‑time delivery will not be met.

Control new and repaired flow of materials by launching parts to the appropriate repair center based on repair needed. Maintain system accuracy for new and used material.

• Manage item master data in SAP.
• Maintain purchase orders accuracy.
• Monitor date delivery from suppliers to ensure accuracy.
• Work closely with the material planning analyst to maintain a target of stock for serviceable and repairable parts.
• Manage parts at obsolescence and induction through SAP extractions and item master.
• Assist in the optimizing of inventory levels by taking into account usage and value to meet operational target.
• Contribute to achieve a 95% service rate for spare parts and standard exchanges as well as a 98% for AOG orders.

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) and a minimum of five years of related hands‑on experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in planning Management, MRP, DRP or product specific forecasting in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge in planning and forecasting systems (MRP/DRP/ERP/CRM) and experience in the implementation of such system.
• Proficient in MS Excel.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kanban and other visual Pull Systems, and workflow processes.
• Demonstrated success in leading a Lean organization utilizing High Performance teams and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of professional practices, sources of information, and rules and regulations that must be interpreted, adapted and applied to the unique requirements of the organization and process.
• Well organized with strong analytical abilities. Attention to detail. Self‑motivated.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to work effectively on a cross‑functional team.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Prior experience in Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Operations and understanding of aviation certifications, regulations, and standardization is preferred.
• This position regularly communicates with the corporate office, as well as front office. Knowledge of French language and culture is appreciated.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Travel approximately 30‑40% Domestic and International.