Transition Manager Supply Chain

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Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flightdesigning building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within were seeking the people to drive it. So calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and youll find a place where your talent takes flightbeyond the borders of title a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and well welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry thats evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond

Transition Manager Supply Chain

Location:Bangalore (On-site)
Function:Supply Chain / Supplier Development & Transition Management

What you will do:

TheTransition Manager will lead supplier work transfer and industrialization projects ensuring successful relocation or introduction of aerospace parts and assemblies to approved suppliers.

This role is pivotal to achieving the companys global sourcing strategy ensuring that supplier transitions are executed safely compliantly and on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.

The Transition Manager will partner closely withglobal commodity managers engineering quality and supplier teamsto deliver seamless production readiness and sustainment minimizing business disruption and ensuring full alignment to aerospace quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work Transfer Program Leadership

• Lead end-to-end execution of supplier work transfer programs from planning through qualification and steady-state production.
• Support RFQ and supplier selection by assessing capability certification status and technical readiness.
• Develop detailed transition roadmaps defining key milestones (First Article PPAP FAIR SOP etc.) risk plans and control gates.
• Drive adherence to transition governance ensuring all deliverables are met in accordance with aerospace quality and compliance standards.

2. Supplier Development & Readiness

• Conduct supplier capability and gap assessments focusing on AS9100 compliance special process control (NADCAP) and manufacturing maturity.
• Collaborate with supplier teams to establish robust project plans including tooling readiness qualification testing and capacity validation.
• Monitor supplier progress on key deliverables and escalate risks proactively to leadership.

3. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Act as the single point of coordination between supplier global commodity management engineering quality logistics and operations.
• Ensure transparent and timely communication across global and local teams especially during design transfer qualification and first production runs.
• Work closely withProgram ManagersandSupplier Quality Engineers (SQEs)to align quality gates and certification requirements.

4. Risk Quality and Compliance Management

• Identify transition risks early (technical capacity supply chain quality) and lead mitigation planning.
• Ensure all work transfers comply with AS9100 customer-specific requirements and export control regulations (ITAR/EAR).
• Drive structured problem solving and root cause analysis using tools such as 8D PFMEA and Control Plans.
• Validate suppliers First Article Inspection (FAI) readiness and ensure documentation meets customer and regulatory expectations.

5. Reporting & Performance Management

• Track and report transition progress using program dashboards (milestone adherence supplier readiness risk closure rates).
• Present weekly project status updates to global leadership and commodity teams.
• Document lessons learned and implement continuous improvement practices for future transitions.

Qualifications you must have:

• Bachelors degree inEngineering (Mechanical / Aerospace / Industrial Engineering preferred).
• 1015 yearsof experience in aerospace supply chain supplier development or work transfer / industrialization programs.
• Proven track record managing multi-supplier transition projects within a global aerospace supply base.
• Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes machining special processes assembly and testing.
• Working knowledge ofAS9100 NADCAP APQP PPAP FAIR and DFMEA/PFMEAframeworks.
• Proficiency in project management and collaboration tools (MS Project Excel Power BI Teams SAP/ERP).

Qualifications we prefer:

• Certification inProject Management (PMP / PRINCE2)orLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Exposure to aerospace OEM or Tier-1 supplier operations.
• Experience in localization outsourcing or cost-reduction transitions within regulated industries.
• Familiarity withITAR/EARor similar export control frameworks.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Program Management:Excellent planning milestone control and execution discipline.
• Technical Acumen:Deep understanding of manufacturing processes documentation and aerospace quality systems.
• Supplier Engagement:Ability to build strong supplier relationships and drive accountability.
• Problem Solving:Structured and data-driven; experienced in root cause analysis and risk management.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:Adept at working across time zones and disciplines (Engineering Quality Procurement).
• Communication:Clear concise communicator; capable of presenting complex issues to global leadership.
• Leadership & Ownership:Strong influencing skills and ability to drive results without direct authority.

Performance Indicators (Success Metrics):

• On-Time Delivery of transition milestones (% of projects meeting target dates)
• Supplier Qualification Readiness (% suppliers passing FAI/PPAP on first attempt)
• Issue Closure Effectiveness (turnaround time for major risk/action items)
• Stakeholder Satisfaction (feedback from commodity engineering and quality teams)
• Transition Cost and Schedule Adherence

What we offer:

• Be part of aglobal aerospace leaderdriving strategic supply chain transformation.
• Engage directly withcutting-edge suppliers and technologiesshaping next-generation aerospace manufacturing.
• Opportunity to work in ahigh-visibility rolewith global leadership exposure and future career progression.
• Daycare for young children
• Advancement programs to enhance education skills
• Flexible work schedules
• Leadership and training programs
• Comprehensive benefits savings and pension plans
• Financial support for parental leave
• Reward programs for outstanding work

Role type:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite.

Employment Type:

• Full-time
• This position requires flexibility to support outside the regular office hours as per need basis.

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