General Procurement Buyer - Fixed Term

Job Title

General Procurement Buyer - Fixed Term

Who are we?

As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners

Job Description – General Procurement Project Manager – FAL TBM Project (Fixed-Term)

Location: Stuart, Florida (USA)

Scope: FAL TBM – New Building Setup (Early 2027)

Department: Procurement

Reports to: North America Purchasing Director

Project duration: Fixed-term assignment – approximately 12 months

1. Mission

As part of the FAL TBM industrial development project, the General Procurement Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and delivering all general procurement activities required to equip and operationalize the new production facility planned for early 2027.

The role ensures that all purchasing packages are sourced, contracted, and deployed on time, in line with project milestones, budget constraints, and Daher standards.

The position includes:

End-to-end coordination of general procurement workstreams linked to the new building setup (in France and Stuart)

Strong interface with Operations, Industrial, Engineering, IT, Quality, Finance, and Project teams

Deployment of procurement processes, supplier panel, and contracts to support ramp‑up readiness

Contribution to cost control, risk mitigation, and operational effectiveness of the new facility

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Procurement Project Leadership

Act as the procurement focal point for the FAL TBM new building project

Structure, plan, and coordinate all general procurement activities in line with project milestones

Ensure timely sourcing, contracting, and deployment of all required goods and services

Secure alignment between procurement execution and overall industrial project planning

Monitor procurement progress, risks, and dependencies and report regularly to project governance

B. Sourcing & Contracting Execution

Coordinate and execute procurement activities across the following scopes:

Logistics and handling equipment

Industrial maintenance contracts

Quality, testing, and measurement services

Production consumables

Jigs, fixtures, and assembly lines

Machines, tooling, and production equipment

Outsourced painting services and renewal/update of existing contracts

IT infrastructure (hardware and services)

Software and licenses

Deployment of digital solutions (SaaS, Cloud applications)

Facility management and general services contracts

Main responsibilities include:

Project Management

Coordination between Operations, Industrial, Engineering, IT, Quality, Finance, and Project teams

RFQs/RFPs preparation and execution

Bid analysis and supplier selection

Negotiation and contracting

Contract implementation and supplier onboarding

C. Coordination & Stakeholder Management

Work closely with:

Industrial Project Managers

Operations and Maintenance

Engineering

IT and Digital teams

Quality, HSE, and Compliance

Finance and Controlling

Ensure procurement solutions meet technical, operational, regulatory, and budget requirements

Coordinate internal validations and decision-making processes

Support change management linked to new contracts, suppliers, and tools

Ensure alignment with Group procurement strategies and standards

D. Cost, Risk & Performance Management

Contribute to project budget control and cost consolidation

Identify procurement-related risks and define mitigation actions

Secure contract coverage, supplier robustness, and service continuity

Deploy basic procurement KPIs and reporting for the project

Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and handover at project completion

3. Required Skills

Technical Skills

Strong experience in general procurement and project-based purchasing

Proven ability to manage diverse procurement categories simultaneously

Solid understanding of industrial environments and facility setup projects

Experience with sourcing, negotiation, and contracting

Ability to coordinate complex, cross-functional purchasing workstreams

Familiarity with IT procurement, digital solutions, and services sourcing is a strong plus

Proficiency with ERP systems and reporting tools

Fluent in English; French is a plus

Soft Skills

Strong project management and organizational skills

Ability to work autonomously in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment

Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination capabilities

Pragmatic, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset

Ability to manage priorities, interfaces, and risks effectively

Adaptability and resilience in a project and transformation context

4. Profile

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Project Management, Engineering, or Business

7–10+ years of experience in procurement and/or industrial project environments

Proven experience supporting facility setup, industrial ramp-ups, or major transformation projects

Strong exposure to cross-functional and international project teams

Aerospace or complex industrial environment experience is a strong advantage

Ability to deliver results within a fixed-term mission context

5. Key Performance Indicators

On-time sourcing and contracting aligned with project milestones

Readiness of procurement packages at building commissioning

Budget adherence and cost control

Contract coverage and compliance with Daher standards

Risk anticipation and mitigation effectiveness

Quality of coordination with internal stakeholders

Successful handover and documentation at project completion

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.

Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.