General information

Entity

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.

Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.

Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.
Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.
Did you know? We have probably already flown together!
Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.
(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)
  

Reference number

2026-183930  

Department

Safran Cabin Inc. - Contract Management

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Type of job

Extern

Job details

Domain

Programs / Customer Relations

Job field / Job profile

Sales / marketing - Contract support

Job title

Contract Manager M/F

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Administrative staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

The Contracts Manager is primarily responsible for leading commercial proposal efforts and negotiating settlements that meet or exceed company objectives. This position will report to the Director of Contracts.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Summary of Duties:
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure complete, accurate, and timely responses to customer RFPs with quick turn-around requirements
• Prepare cost estimation and proposal pricing
• Prepare documentation for internal review and act as contractual point of contact between Safran and the customer
• Lead commercial negotiations to reach agreements that meet or exceed company sales and profitability targets
• Develop and maintain product price catalogs
• Ensure customer orders accurately reflect negotiated prices, terms and conditions
• Identify out-of-scope work and resolve open claims with the customer
• Analyze and communicate contract requirements to the program team and internal management
• Direct the work of Contract Administrators, when applicable
• Amend existing contracts and pursue any past due commercial claims with the customer

Candidate skills & requirements

Education: BS in Business Administration or equivalent
Experience: 3+ years of experience in aerospace contracts/sales proposal field. Experience in commercial aircraft interior or equivalent experience is preferred.
Computer Skill: Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; must be able to construct graphs and pivot tables for weekly/monthly KPI reports. Knowledge and understanding of basic MRP functions and applications is required.
Other Skills: Strong written and verbal skills and be able to analyze and evaluate business proposals. Experience in commercial negotiation is required.

Job location

Job location

North America, Canada, Quebec

City (-ies)

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

BAC or Equivalent

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

• English (Fluent)
• French (Fluent)