Sr Supplier Development Manager

Job DescriptionPosition Available:Sr. Supplier Development ManagerLocation:Muskegon, MIDepartment:Sourcing & Supply ChainHours:8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or approved AWSReports to:VP-Stategic Sourcing (Americas)SUMMARY Responsible for delivering all aspects of the Supplier Launch, Development, and Quality Assurance function on an ongoing basis in line with the Sourcing & Supplier Launch Process, Supplier Quality Management System and Quality Policy to ensure sourced products and services are fit for purpose and meet business expectations. Ensure suppliers develop and implement best practices that emphasize cost reduction, defect prevention, reduction in variation and waste, provide for continual improvement, meet quality standards required to minimize quality costs and maximize customer satisfaction. Provide exceptional leadership, development and management to the Americas Supplier Development Team.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. It is expected that each of the duties listed below will be performed to the highest standards of quality, while striving for maximum customer satisfaction, and continually look for ways to improve the methods, practices and procedures within the area. Further, a positive work atmosphere must, also, be promoted through professional and effective conduct and communications with customers, clients, suppliers, and employees.Develop and lead the supplier development strategy & team, design/support metrics for the function and supplier performance Manage and coordinate on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of corrective actions of supplier quality issues. Where appropriate work with the supplier directly, create corrective action plans to address process failures and opportunitiesMonitor and report supplier quality performance for the Americas reqion using the supplier scorecard as a tool for improvement.Manage Supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Manage supplier PPM, problem solving on time, cost recovery and supplier warranty indicators Review supplier manufacturing processes, collaborate with suppliers on process improvement, value enhancement and cost reduction opportunities Support new product launches to ensure suppliers are capable of delivering to required quality standards Review and evaluate supplier quality data to identify process improvement opportunities, waste and cost reduction within the supply chain Promote the use of techniques for continuous improvement such as Lean, Six-Sigma, Poke-Yoke (Error Proofing), Measurement System Analysis and FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) Work with Engineering (Design and Manufacturing Engineers) team as required to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements Work as a key leader in the Sourcing Team to qualify and approve new suppliers to SAF-HOLLAND and Haldex. Works with new and potential suppliers to assure practices employed will meet the needs and expectations of SAF-HOLLAND GroupManages and monitors supplier activities including: PFMEA's, Control Plans, Statistical techniques, PPAP's, continuous improvement projects, and lean activitiesCollaborates with engineering, quality, manufacturing functions to achieve optimum supplier results from initial product design through launch and productionPlans, promotes, and organizes quality related training activities with suppliers to SAF-HOLLAND and HaldexCommunicates with regular, timely, and accurate informationProvide leadership, manage, coach and develop a high performing Supplier Development Team to develop and exceed objectives, which deliver a high performing, engaged team, delivering best practice results, added value and continuous improvement Set department objectives/KPIs, review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports Ensure adequate staffing levels, develop and retain talentEnsure the completion of tasks and ensure exceptional performance using appropriate tools and processes Develop, communicate and refine KPIs, goals and objectives from the strategic annual plan to ensure team engagement and achievement Miscellaneous (Supervisory)Acts as a good steward of the Company's resources and exemplifies the values of the Company. Ensures personal compliance with all Company policies, procedures, values, ethics, Code of Conduct, directives, and rules.Maintains and promotes a safe work environment through ownership of Company/business unit safety program. This includes following all safety rules/regulations and proper operating procedures, as well as the proper use of prescribed safety equipment pertinent to the department, and immediately reporting all accidents/incidents to supervisor. Supports the Company's equal employment opportunity and affirmative action policy and actions, immediately reporting violations to supervisor and/or the Human Resources representative.Ensures that work area is free from any form of harassment (sexual, racial, religious, etc.), immediately reporting violations to supervisor and/or the Human Resources representative.Supports Company's quality and environmental policies and programs and meets quality requirements specified for position. Meets quality requirements specified by production drawings, bills of materials, control plans, policies, work instructions, and procedures.Actively participates in and successfully completes appropriate training. As appropriate, submits documentation of specific training to support successful completion (i.e. course description, certificate; Training Completed/Evaluation Form).Meets with supervisor at least once per year to review job performance using this job description as a basis for appraisal.Maintains complete security and confidentiality of all Company records and employee data. Maintains a clean, orderly and professional work environment.Performs other miscellaneous duties as may be assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the overall leadership of the regional Supplier Development team of five team members and two business.QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty exceptionally. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSASQ and PMP certification preferred.OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESAbility to use a personal computer, high proficiency of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as variance analysis, frequency distribution, sampling theory, and SPC to practical situations.REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel object, tools, or controls, reach with hands or arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and may occasionally be exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Candidate Pool:Open to any qualified employee.Travel Requirements:This position requires up to 50% travel.Relocation:No benefits available.Additional RequirementsEOE-AA-M/F/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentitySAF-HOLLAND is a leading international manufacturer of chassis-related assemblies and components for trailers, trucks and buses. SAF-HOLLAND employs around 6,000 dedicated employees on six continents. The product range includes axle and suspension systems for trailers as well as fifth wheels and coupling systems for trucks, trailers and semi-trailers along with brake and EBS systems. In addition, SAF-HOLLAND develops innovative products to increase the efficiency, safety and environmental friendliness of commercial vehicles. At SAF-HOLLAND we are committed to providing an inclusive culture of mutual respect, where equality is a given, diversity is a value, and our differences are embraced. For more information about our culture and values please visit the SAF-HOLLAND Group website.

Created: 2025-02-19