Supplier Industrialization Engineer
Core
Manage supplier selection, negotiation, and contract execution to secure optimal value, quality, and risk mitigation for new product introductions.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing and supplier quality engineer
Builds
Supply chain strategies, supplier manufacturing process development, and NPI launch readiness
Domain
Manufacturing / 3D printing hardware
Required skills
supplier selection, contract negotiation, cost modeling, supplier quality audits, process quality planning, yield improvement, reading engineering drawings and GD&T, data analysis
Preferred skills
3D CAD design (Solidworks), electronics schematics reading, advanced spreadsheet use
Technologies
Solidworks, spreadsheets
Responsibilities
Work with R&D to identify and qualify suppliers for new product introductions; Own a PFEP (Plan for every part) in an NPI BOM; Facilitate communication of technical requirements between Suppliers and R&D; Proactively research new manufacturing technologies or market intelligence; Identify supply risks and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance; Lead supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness; Own cost modeling and cost estimation work; Source and procure material in time for NPI builds; Maintain clear-to-build reports and provide senior leadership updates on material availability, schedule, and program cost
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC