Sr. Supplier Development Engineer

Scope of Position

To manage enhance and improve supplier performance related to quality cost and delivery. Proactively develop suppliers to meet current and future business requirements utilizing supplier assessment audits on-site reviews supplier process sign-offs (PSO) and provide supplier training as needed. Ensure that suppliers capabilities meet the requirements as specified by the print and are capable of meeting volume demands to ultimately satisfy customer requirements. Support supplier DFM reviews capacity analysis supplier risk assessments and PPAP follow-up and closure to ensure suppliers are capable of meeting program quality timing and production requirements.

Supplier Development AQP & Launch Support

• Lead supplier qualification development and readiness for new and existing programs
• Support supplier selection through readiness status and development input to sourcing
• Drive AQP activities to ensure supplier readiness for sourcing and launch
• Act as liaison between suppliers and cross-functional teams (purchasing engineering plant quality)
• Coordinate supplier readiness reviews technical reviews and program meetings
• Track supplier deliverables action plans and timing commitments
• Support PSO activities PPAP submissions and overall supplier launch execution

Supplier Assessments Audits & Risk Management

• Conduct process audits and supplier assessments to evaluate manufacturing capability controls and risks
• Document audit findings gaps and risk items with clear recommendations
• Maintain structured tracking of audit findings and supplier development actions
• Drive closure of corrective actions and verify effectiveness on-site
• Perform capacity evaluations run-at-rate and sourcing risk assessments to support program decisions

Supplier Quality & Problem Resolution

• Lead supplier containment root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for major quality issues
• Review and validate problem-solving methodologies (8D 5-Why Fishbone etc.)
• Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues through appropriate channels

Reporting Data Management & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain organized records of audits supplier actions and performance metrics
• Prepare dashboards summaries and reports for management and cross-functional teams
• Drive supplier performance improvements using KPI tracking Lean methods and continuous improvement (Kaizen)
• Support development and improvement of internal procedures process maps and digital tools (SharePoint SAP)
• Identify gaps in current processes and propose improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness

Standards Compliance & General Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce compliance with the Multimatic Supplier Quality Manual within the supply base
• Work in compliance with IATF 16949 ISO 14001 and applicable customer requirements
• Maintain effective communication with global suppliers in a multicultural environment
• Ability to travel occasionally including international travel based on supplier and program needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Manufacturing Industrial or related field)
• Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in automotive manufacturing supplier development quality or supply chain
• Strong knowledge of APQP (AQP) PPAP PFMEA control plans and core quality tools
• Experience with supplier audits process assessments and manufacturing process evaluation
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint Word); experience with data tracking and reporting tools
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills with ability to work cross-functionally and with global suppliers

This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The total cash compensation range for this position is expected to be:

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