Materials Manager

Description

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 Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

What do we offer?

Competitive salaryCompany performance bonus schemePension scheme – up to 10% employer contributionPrivate medical insuranceComprehensive health cash plan25 days annual leave + bank holidaysFlexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave– up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non–Pregnant Parent/ Co–adopter leave 4 weeks full pay)Structured training & opportunities to progress

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 consistencyAnalyse and resolve cross–functional SIOP and materials planning challengesOptimise planning parameters across OEM and Aftermarket (PFEP) to improve service and inventory performanceDevelop and implement short–term capacity planning tools to support operational decision–makingEmbed production control best practice within operational teamsEnsure stock control processes align with financial governance and compliance standardsLead, coach and develop a team of specialists, setting clear objectives and driving resultsWhat will you bring to the role?

Essential skills:

Proven experience (5+ years) within Supply Chain, SIOP or Materials Management in a complex manufacturing environmentStrong cross–functional understanding of Supply Chain, Operations, Finance and ERP systemsDemonstrated 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 disciplineAPICS CPIM / SCM certification (or equivalent)

Ad ID: 5417846729