Supply Chain Apprentice - Sheet Metal

To work within the External Supply Chain team, developing the skills and knowledge that are necessary to become an External Scheduler and manage a portfolio of suppliers. Confirm and communicate requirements and changes resulting from the MRP to the supplier by confirming any necessary modifications that are to be made

• Issue the schedule agreements or purchase orders in line with ERP recommendations (1st & 2nd tier)
• Obtain acknowledgement from the supplier for any changes or modifications to requirements
• Negotiate dead-lines and quantities with suppliers within the limits of the contract established by purchasing (negotiation of dead-lines / quantities, but not pricing)
• Provide information and visibility necessary to the internal Manufacturing Area (grab list) and suggest solutions in cases of imbalance
• Measure and analyse supplier performance in coordination with the SPM (where applicable) using the defined metrics and provide the required weekly/monthly reports
• Analyse the root cause of metrics not at target level and work with the SPM (where applicable) and external supplier to develop the necessary action/recovery plans.
• Organise regular visits to the external supplier's site to hold progress review meetings or to discuss short term performance issues
• Monitor external supplier capacity and provide an early warning to the SPM (where applicable) when problems are foreseen.
  
  GCSE Level 4 or above in English and Maths
• A Levels / BTEC qualification
Tools:
• Proficient in using Excel, Word, Powerpoint
Communication:
• Capable of communicating clearly and concisely
• Able to escalate at the right time and at the right level
• Capable of making decisions
• A good team player
• Able to negotiate well with internal contacts and external suppliers
• An ambassador for the company and able to defend its interests
• Ability to drive the supply chain and apply adequate pressure
Analysis:
• Capacity to analyse a complex problem, sum it up and find solutions
• Capacity to analyze the information supplied by other departments
• Ability to gauge the importance of drifts and to anticipate the consequences
Attitude & Behaviour:
• Concise
• Communicative
• Proactive
• Autonomous
• Thorough,
• Perseverant & resilient
• Accountable
  
  Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelles. Our products and services equip all aircraft types; regional, business, short, medium and long range commercial aircraft.
Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance and services. We were voted the 28rd best worldwide employer in 2022 by Forbes. Our site in Burnley provides employment to almost 700 people and we are proud to be one of the largest private sector employer in Burnley. Our Four People Fundamentals underpin life at Safran, and our culture is built on the following principles;
• Promoting diversity and inclusion
• Developing skills and building opportunities
• Creating a trustworthy work place
• Promoting collaboration and mutual support
Why not visit our website for more information on careers at Safran Careers At a glance | Safran (safran-group.com), Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence 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 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap. Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defence industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking. Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelle integration. Our products and services equip all aircraft types: regional, business, short, medium, and long-range commercial aircraft. Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance and services.

What's my next step? Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call Diversity & Inclusion We want Safran Nacelles to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Nacelles an inclusive place to work.