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Procurement Manager

Safran -
Gloucester

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

CIPS
Military
Procurement
SAP
Supply chain
Analysis skills
Continuous improvement
Contracts
Communication skills

Full job description

Published 04.11.2026

Company : Safran Landing Systems Job field : Supply chain Location : Gloucester , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager

# 196980-173648

Published 04.11.2026

Job Description

Procurement Manager
Gloucester UK
Hybrid

Are you ready to contribute to ambitious projects and create a positive impact in the aerospace industry?

Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; OEM Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO).

As a partner to 30 airframers working in the fields of commercial, regional, business and military transport, the company provides support to 27,000 aircraft completing more than 54,000 landings a day.

We are looking for a passionate individual to join our Procurement team as a Procurement Manager at our Safran Landing Systems site in Gloucester.

The Procurement Manager is a senior and critical position within the department, reporting to Head of Supply Chain. You'll be responsible for managing and overseeing Procurement and Supplier performance, by securing materials and services to meet Safran Landing System (SLS) business needs, including adherence to the relevant processes and day-to-day activities.

Safran's activity within landing systems continues to increase globally and our supply chain is fundamental to their success. It is the procurement team's responsibility to ensure that Goods and services are ordered, managed and delivered on time so as not to affect the production process.

Key responsibilities:

Responsible for the management of a portfolio of suppliers' delivery and quality performance
Manage a team of 9 Procurement Leaders to ensure products from external suppliers are provided in accordance with SLS needs, contributing to the business objectives of 90% on time in full delivery adherence
Develop relationships with Suppliers/Partners, as well as implementing improvement initiatives for suppliers, including risk assessments/mitigation and escalation activities
Identify , manage and communicate Supply Chain risks that may impact business plans
Assess, manage and communicate supplier's organisation and management to satisfy SLS needs
Manage the team to ensure weekly procurement rituals (e.g. order placement , ack etc.) to meet MPS requirements
Manage and optimise budget and inventory levels (including flow down of information to the team such as company targets)
Represent the SLS site Head of Supply Chain in their absence in conjunction with other department managers
Attend supplier's locations both UK based and international to support business needs.
Ensure financial internal budget adherence including expediting costs

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

A minimum of a degree level in a relevant discipline and/or be CIPS qualified, or have the equivalent training and experience
Working knowledge of SAP (essential)
5 years Procurement / Supply Chain experience
International contract awareness and Supplier relationship building experience
Hands on management style with a proven ability to act as a team player and leader
Strong analytical, organizational, planning and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage, and motivate other to make changes within a business environment with employees at all levels
A technical understanding of manufacturing supply chains

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We also know that some candidates may be put off ing for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Here, we craft excellence together.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, today.

Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

Get involved:

We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

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Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.
At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:

Early finish on Fridays (where applicable)
Competitive salary and annual bonus
25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
Flexible working options
Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance
Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
Plus a wide range of flexible benefits of your choice!

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