(Senior) Manager, Supplier Development Engineering
Core
Enhancing supplier efficiency and effectiveness by identifying process improvements, implementing strategies, and monitoring performance to reduce costs and improve quality.
Role type
Senior Manager, Supplier Development Engineering
Builds
Optimized supplier processes and supply chain performance
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain Management
Required skills
Supplier process analysis, Strategy development, Stakeholder collaboration, KPI tracking, Compliance management, Continuous improvement facilitation, Supplier auditing, New product introduction support, Root cause analysis, Risk management, Technology implementation, Process documentation
Preferred skills
Advanced quality tools implementation, FMEA/FAI expertise, Data analysis for trend identification, Change management
Technologies
Advanced quality tools, Data management systems
Responsibilities
Review and analyze supplier processes to identify bottlenecks and risks; Design and implement strategies for process changes and technology upgrades; Conduct supplier audits to assess performance; Develop continuous improvement programs for suppliers; Support new product introduction by aligning supplier capabilities with technical requirements; Analyze data to troubleshoot supplier quality issues; Create and maintain process documentation (SOPs); Assess and mitigate supply chain risks.
