John Ventura
Senior Purchasing Manager @Safran Defense & Space, Inc.
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Senior Purchasing Manager @Safran Defense & Space, Inc.
Norcross, GA, US
Senior Purchasing Manager & Supply ChainSafran Defense & Space – Telemetry & Telematics Manufacturer | ITAR | AS9100 | DFARAs Senior Purchasing Manager for Safran Defense & Space, I lead global sourcing and procurement for mission-critical sensors, telemetry systems, data recorders, and antenna solutions supporting DOD - DFAR programs, ITAR compliance, and AS9100 standards. Our customers include military and commercial aircraft and rocket manufacturers worldwide.Key Responsibilities & Achievements: • Strategic Sourcing & Procurement – Manage supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance for electronic components,hardware suppliers, metal machined parts, and CAPEX capital equipment for plant operations. • Supplier & Contract Management – Negotiate and oversee long-term agreements, ensuring compliance while achieving cost savings, value improvements, and supply chain resilience. • Leadership & Team Management – Direct and mentor Supply Chain Specialists and Buyers, aligning efforts across engineering, finance, and quality to support new product launches and production programs. Present results to leadership executive team. • Quality & Compliance Alignment – Collaborate with Quality to qualify and onboard new suppliers, track on-time delivery, SCAR reports, and corrective actions. • Budget & Program Alignment – Partner with Finance to control program costs while meeting strict delivery and technical requirements.Specialties: ITAR | AS9100 | DOD Procurement | Aerospace Supply Chain | Capital Equipment Sourcing | PCB Manufacturers | Machined Parts | Electronics Components | Supplier Contracts | Cost Savings | SCAR Reports | Military & Commercial Aircraft ProgramsResults-focused and compliance-driven, I ensure operational efficiency, supplier excellence, and mission success for some of the most demanding defense and aerospace programs worldwide.
ABOUT JOHN VENTURA
United States Marine Purchasing LeaderAs a dedicated Team Builder I have led teams, large and small, teaching and mentoring people coming up through the supply chain. I get a buzz off what I do. 20+ years of Purchasing experience in NPI, the manufacturing & distribution industry, specialized in sourcing, managing commodities/suppliers, logistics of Exteriors and Interiors parts such as Semiconductors, Metals, Stampings, Forgings/Castings, CNC Fabrication, Chassis, Braking, Electronics, Cameras, Radars, Displays, ECU Computes, Plastics/injection moldings/Thermoforming, Coatings. Motto: “What’s the most we can do!”Over the years, I have successfully managed large, complex transactions with vendors like TI, Broadcom, NVDIA, BOSCH, APTIV, Valeo, Goodyear, Dana, Continental, Magna, Etc. often exceeding $1 million in spending and contracts extending beyond 2 years. My notable achievements include contributing to the launch of the Fisker Ocean Electric SUV, Shyft BlueArc Electric Trucks, overseeing the purchasing of new product introduction (NPI) at Fox Factory’s launching of Ford and Chevrolet beautiful designed live valve suspension systems, at International Semiconductor helped source electronic components for Google/Waymo on launch,Schneider Electric, Siemens Energy and GE Aerospace amongst other big players.My background in automotive purchasing is extensive, covering NPI new product development, new vehicle launches, advanced operations, complex technical business development, and sourcing/purchasing. I am well-versed in Supplier Sourcing, Costs Analysis, VAVE, PPAPI am skilled in negotiation, relationship building, and service, and I take pride in the long-term relationships I have fostered. Additionally, I have served honorably in the US Marines, which has further honed my leadership and discipline.
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