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Safran Seats

Program Administrator 2 - Buyer Furnished Equipment

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What they do

A Project or Program Administrative Assistant provides administrative assistance to a program team or project management team. Organizes files and assists with record keeping and data base management. Manages team calendars and helps to organize meetings and events. Provides administrative support for program activities, financial reports and budgets, grants or project proposals; may help to arrange travel.

$55,499 / year median in Texas

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description A glimpse at the job:
HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER.
At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Program Administrator 2- Buyer Furnished Equipment, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace. This position contributes to our vision by:  Keep accurate and concise records of all program requirements, receipts and disbursements  Communicate daily and weekly requirements with suppliers. Obtain vendor delivery commitments and reconcile open order requirements. Follow up with vendor shortages.  Participates in the daily production and program meetings as required.  Account for all loaned parts and subsequent return to supplier(s) at the conclusion of program  Coordinate with BFE Inventory Specialist to insure correct stocking locations for each program  Prepare vendor forecast reports, secure long term capacities to support company needs.  Prepare daily purchase orders for acquisition of items with a goal of controlling cost margin, vendor delivery, performance, and product quality.  Arranges the return of rejected items and ensures transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.  Compiles product specifications, sources product, prepare requests for quotation, analyzes results and presents recommendations.
What we offer:
 Competitive salaries
  • Paid holidays
  • Recognition programs
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Tuition assistance
  • Over 300 career paths across global sites Highlights from our facility: Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world.
The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate. Join Safran Seats. Here we craft excellence together. Job Requirements At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.
  • Requires an Associate's degree or 3 years related experience in lieu of Associate's level degree to meet the education requirement.
  • In addition to meeting the education requirement, requires an additional 2 years' experience in a project team environment/exposure.
  • Must be computer literate with knowledge of MAPICS system.
  • Must have a good understanding of MRP principles.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Software tools (word, excel, power point and project) and e-mail.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills conduct both written and verbal communications with airline customers, airframe manufacturers, internal customers, and BFE suppliers on a daily basis
  • Excellent organizational skills; must have ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously; and prioritize those tasks as required.
  • Ability to solve problems and think strategically.
  • Acts in accordance with company values and related competencies. Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
  • Innovative & Curious
  • Collaborative & Inclusive
  • Committed to Safety
  • Trustworthy
  • Results Focused
  • Driven to Excellence
  • Powered by Teamwork This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position.
Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email jeff.guin@safrangroup.com or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Candidates for positions with Safran Seats must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Company Information 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. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions. Locate your future workplace 2000 Weber Dr
TX 76240
Gainesville Texas United States Copy Address