CareerPlan

Supplier Development

Manchester-Manchester-United KingdomFull-time2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead supplier development and improvement projects focused on quality, delivery, capacity, and operational performance to ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions.

Role type

Senior Supplier Development Leader

Builds

Manufacturing network operational excellence and supplier readiness for new product introductions

Domain

Manufacturing / Supply Chain

Required skills

Supplier quality management, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, root cause analysis, supplier audits, capacity planning, KPI monitoring, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, project management, stakeholder management

Preferred skills

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, Lead Auditor, global supplier network experience, sustainability/ESG knowledge, HVAC/automotive sector experience

Technologies

APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans

Responsibilities

Lead supplier development and improvement projects, Drive supplier readiness for new product introductions, Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments, Develop and monitor supplier KPIs, Facilitate root cause analysis and problem-solving, Support supplier onboarding and performance management, Partner with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC