Tier 1 to the world’s leading industry manufacturers (Airbus, BAE Systems, Boeing, Bombardier, Dassault Aviation, Embraer, Honda Aircraft Company, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, Thales), Latecoere serves aerospace with innovative solutions for a sustainable world. The Group operates in all segments of the aerospace industry (commercial, regional, business, defense and space) in two business areas: Aerostructures (doors, fuselage, wings and empennage, struts & rods) and Interconnection Systems (wiring, avionic racks, onboard equipment, electronic systems). As of December 31, 2023, the Group employed 5,497 people in 14 countries

So, do you see yourself in the Group’s core values: Boldness, Excellence and Commitment?

Are you keen to take on exciting challenges?

You are welcome to apply for LATECOERE BULGARIA, Radinovo village, for the role of:

PLANT BUYER /on site/

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the sourcing of suppliers that meet our customers' standards.
• Carry out short-term subcontracting contracts in the event of default of referenced suppliers.
• Carry out long-term and site-specific subcontracts that would not be covered in headquarter.
• Ensure that all the products necessary for production are referenced/contracted with the suppliers of the panel.
• Be the first point of escalation of logistics in the event of a blocking point in the factory (supply, material, service) and carry out corrective purchasing actions.
• Support the supplier quality specialist and carry out actions with the supplier if necessary.
• Ensure that logistics and quality incidents are opened, and that the supplier is officially aware of the claim/claim.
• Ensure that the person who opens a supplier claim collects all the justifications.
• Recover incident costs or calculate contractual penalties.
• Organize and conduct the negotiation of claims with the supplier and in the presence of the people who opened the claim.
• Supporting the ramp-up or decrease in production.
• Support any request for changes to products and manage end-of-life.
• Participate in the construction of the purchasing budget and the 5-year plan for its scope.
• Monitor the proper execution of the budget and plan.
• Work in close collaboration with the "global commodity leaders" (GCL) in Toulouse on the topics of Quality, Cost, Deadlines and implement the purchasing strategy and the management roadmap of it.
• Continuously identify performance tracks through workshops and monitor the proper execution of collaborative productivity (negotiation, resourcing, etc.).
• Participate in weekly meetings with Quality & Procurement leaders to report on points impacting production and ongoing purchasing actions.
• Lead monthly supplier performance meetings with procurement and quality.
• Work in collaboration with program buyers on projects whose manufacture will be carried out within its scope.

Requirements:

• Ability to conduct negotiations with suppliers.
• Knowledge of the industrial environment.
• QHSE Orientation.
• Academic background in mechanical or business (Bachelor or above).
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in industry.
• Minimum B2 Level in English.
• Knowing French will be considered as an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of SAP.
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office package, especially Excel.
• Self-disciplined and able to carry out detailed work with minimum supervision;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Able to establish relationships based on trust, confidentiality, and integrity;
• Proactive problem solver;
• A dynamic performer;
• Willing to learn;
• Hands-on, diligent and fast and effective troubleshooting.

We offer:

• Excellent working conditions and possibility to be part of and develop professionally in a company that meets the highest working standards in the aviation industry;
• A competitive compensation and benefits package;
• Gift vouchers for personal events;
• 200 BGN food vouchers;
• A 4 BGN per day individual food subsidy to the plant canteen, and complimentary refreshing drinks (coffee, tea).
• Additional health insurance with dental care included;
• Additional up to 3 vacation days between holidays in the calendar year;
• Team events;
• Transportation from Plovdiv and Pazardzhik to our location in the village of Radinovo;
• Transport allowance for living outside the organized transport route;
• Work in an energetic and motivated team of professionals;
• Professional development opportunities and unique opportunity to grow in an international environment.

#WeAreLatecoere: the diversity of our teams is a strength. As a responsible employer, Latecoere encourages an inclusive work environment and is committed to equal opportunities for all candidates, without restriction. All of our jobs address the challenges of innovation and sustainable development. Join us to boost your career and contribute to our purpose: to serve aerospace with innovative solutions for a sustainable world.

Please be aware that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

All data provided by you is protected under EU law and GDPR regulation and will only be used for the purposes of this recruitment.

Good luck!