Supply Chain Compliance Manager

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.

Supply Chain Compliance Manager
Wolverhampton
Hybrid

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
We are looking for talented individuals to join our Supply Chain and Procurement team as a Supply Chain Compliance Manager at our Wolverhampton site.

Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world‑class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight‑control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.

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:

Competitive salary

Company performance bonus scheme

Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution

Private medical insurance

Comprehensive health cash plan

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible 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

Your Role
*Work closely day to day with the Supply Chain Strategy and Bid teams, implementing processes and standard work needed to improve compliance.
*Work with SAP experts and process owners within the supply chain function to implement system updates and automate processes.
*Work closely with Supply chain contracts and Customer contracts teams to close contract symmetry gaps and ensure customer requirements are accurately flowed to the supplier.
*Support supplier meetings as required as a point of escalation, advising on compliance requirements and delivering education and compliance training as required.
*Review and approve internal supplier compliance files prior to supplier contract agreement and PO release.
*Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance and address any gaps with relevant teams
*Act as the primary point of contact for USG compliance queries within Supply Chain
*Review key supplier transfers on USG contracts and advise on compliance implications
*Develop the Supply Chain Commercial Item Determination process
*Improve USG contracting knowledge across Supply Chain through training

Additional Information

Occasional travel may be required for training and supplier visits to support negotiations and provide guidance on USG compliance.

What You'll Bring

Essential
*Background in compliance, process improvement, procurement, contract management or program management.
*Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to map processes to identify areas for improvement.
*The role requires a proactive self-starter who can work independently, build relationships internally and externally, and grow their own knowledge.

Desirable
*Knowledge of US Government Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), particularly FAR 15, FAR 12 and TINA compliance, is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided.

Get involved:

We 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.

If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today