Supplier Development Engineer

Company ProfileWith over 80 years of innovation JCB is the worlds largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continentsincluding the United States the United Kingdom India and BrazilJCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers backhoe loaders excavators wheel loaders compact excavators skid steer loaders compact track loaders access aerial work platforms rough terrain forklifts and the heart of JCBs success are its people. As a family-owned business we are accountable to our customersnot shareholderswhich gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer JCB we stand behind our productsand our namewith pride and commitment to PurposeReporting directly to Senior Procurement Manager the role is responsible for working with production component and critical indirect suppliers in order to sustain a level of operational performance that satisfies business such the role is primarily responsible for the continuous improvement of Quality Capability Warranty and Delivery with the supply base.A key element of the role is therefore to ensure the timely and robust resolution to escalated problems relating to the above and to ensure a Right First Time approach to NPIP is adopted and TypeFull Time FLSA ExemptLocation13210 Palo Alto Rd. San Antonio TX. 78264Benefits and Other CompensationJCB offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid ProcessApplications will be accepted through Careers JCB Careers JCB Jobs JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 13 2026. Major Tasks Responsibilities & Key AccountabilitiesSupplier Performance & Delivery: Assess and drive an improvement program with a group of nominated suppliers to help them reach and maintain the required level of the Group Quality Vision with regards to incoming material targets and supplier improvement in supplier Quality & Warranty the closure of all supplier Quality and Warranty concerns that are machine specific improvement program that supports Quality objectives and closes current product that all supplier Delivery and Capacity concerns being escalated are closed to achieve satisfactory with the critical suppliers to ensure their capability is proven and action plans are all in a set of transparent Key Performance Indicators with regards to the supply base potential risk to the business as a consequence of poor performing key category process audits to identify and mitigate risk and ensure compliance to JCB Product Introduction: Lead the Product Launch Activity for nominated parts to ensure a timely and effective launch of new the Launch Readiness activity to ensure that an appropriate program is in place executed and and publish a reporting mechanism to track the launch activity taking escalations relating to late readiness or late approval of parts required for NPIP that there is an effective communication program in place for systemic issues discovered within the supply PCM closures in line with the timing requirements of the any new suppliers new manufacturing locations and / or any new processes being introduced as part of the NPIP Management: To provide an operational interface between JCB Business Units and JCB external component supply base in relation to bought-out relationships at appropriate levels within the organization to support the effective closure of any escalated quality or delivery closely with the plants and service teams to improve the overall Supplier Quality performance within relevant relationships with key contacts within the supply base to facilitate unplanned supplier external relationships that will influence the supplier decision making process and ensure priority with the NPIP teams to identify and mitigate potential disruption to with the Group Purchasing Sustainability Champion and support relevant Sustainability & Environmental & Self Development: Shares best practice and lessons learned with peers to support others with objectives whilst driving personal development that there is effective communication between all Supplier Development advice and support to commercial teams with regards to supplier performance and the business performance requirements and effectively communicates to the supply PCMs and / or visit reports promptly following visits and take ownership in closing out all their personal adherence to and understanding of Purchasing policies and with Lean activity in order to support financial duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications3-5 years relevant experience of an equivalent role within a manufacturing and building senior relationships within a global / matrix caliber in manufacturing or engineering with particular emphasis on quality management materials management and lean with professional qualifications Six sigma certification to Green Belt level is pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable QualificationsTotal quality manufacturing process / product introduction product quality parts approval process.8D Problem Skills Abilities & CompetenciesProven change and project management skillsStrong interpersonal communication skillsConflict resolution skillsInfluential dexterityProficient in Microsoft Office softwareComfortable in an in-person office environmentTechnical competence is a plusMust be customer service oriented flexible and have a high energy levelMust have excellent follow-through skillsMust have a professional polished and sophisticated demeanor and be comfortable in most social settingsMust be open to domestic and international travelDesire and proven ability to learn and growJob ConditionsBoth office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory to noise and temperature RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:Remain stationary operate hands to finger handle or feel reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk. The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision depth perception and the ability to adjust Opportunity EmployerJCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability statute or any other characteristic protected under federal state and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/ Accommodation StatementJCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the JCB Human Resources team at Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.