Supplier Development

4 weeks ago


Philadelphia, United States Leonardo Full time

Summary of Position

: (Brief description of overall responsibilities and function)

Working cross functionally to ensure the timely supply/introduction of new products or modified equipment to the required quality standard in accordance with defined program, Customer, and company requirements. Ensure that the new product/modification equipment are fully qualified in accordance with the necessary regulatory requirements and LHD specifications to support the supply of aircraft to the customer. 

This role is required to evaluate the current supply base capabilities and Identify correct sources of supply for all aircraft and support equipment requirements across the LHD site. Guarantee supplier quality requirements meet LHD requirements by conducting the necessary pre-assessment, approval support, qualification tasks. Following initial approval, carryout maintenance and surveillance of suppliers to ensure continuous performance and improvements.

2. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Specifically describe the essential duties and responsibilities in order of estimated percentage of time that is spent on each).

Duties and Responsibilities:

% of

 Time

1.

Supplier Performance Improvement - Identify competency gaps within the Supply Chain Process by analysis of key performance indicators (KPI’s) intelligence gathering and internal Critical part/performance reporting. Monthly engagement with suppliers to analyze / improve performance.

15%

2.

Collaborate with all stakeholders (internal & external) to create and implement improvement plans in order to improve and sustain performance across Quality, Delivery, and TAT to meet with LHD contractual requirements.

15%

4.

Visit suppliers to assess their capabilities; maintaining a knowledge base within the team of current supplier’s capacity capability / product range to support robust sourcing decisions. 50% + travel is

Required.

15%

5.

Manage growth of supplier’s capability, progress all quality documentation to obtain approval so this capability can be utilized. Conduct Capacity Planning assessment and line of balance production rate manufacturing assessment

15%

6.

Identify as required re-sourcing of supplier’s current range of parts by an analysis of suppliers’ risk assessment, capability, and capacity and KPI performance levels.

10%

7.

Conduct in-depth Quality investigation to establish root cause, corrective and preventative actions against nominated critical equipment and parts.

10%

8.

Responsible for establishing a manufacturing source (in line with Commodity Strategy / LHD sourcing policy) for all requirements by analysis of engineering drawings, technical publications, SAP, etc…

10%

9.

Prepare weekly updates/briefs and reporting to distribute to Management for global communication for North America supply base. Provide support to commodity management for supply chain and business criticality, as well as new product development and introduction.

10%

TOTAL:

  100%

Qualifications for Position

A. Education

BS Engineering required (Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering). M.S. Engineering or MBA desirable.

B. Experience

Three (3) or more years of experience in any of the business functions (to include) Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, and/or Quality Assurance.  Experience in any suitable in area relevant to the job description is also acceptable. Compliant to company and professional ethical policies and standards Trained/competent Lead Assessor with knowledge of Quality Standards, Tools and Techniques Possess knowledge of supply chain practices and processes, with strong influencing and negotiation skills to ensure delivery of outputs from supply base and/or internal stakeholders.

C. Competencies & Attributes

1.

Introduce, develop, and lead Supplier Improvement programs and teams; Lead Auditor/.

2. 

Initiate and lead Supplier training to underpin improvement activities. Be able to train, guide, and direct internal and external stakeholders.

3.

Use of In-depth Quality investigation tools and techniques (8D & Industry Standard)

4.

Business Improvement experience and utilization of recognized Industry Standard Tools and 

Techniques

5.

Have strong communication skills and be capable of collaborating at senior management levels within both company and supplier organizations in order to build good working relationships.

6.

Have a working knowledge of materials and inventory management to understand the flow of materials. 

7.

Utilized and working knowledge of company tools standards including SAP.

8.

Shall possess management, leadership, problem solving, and project planning skills.

9.

All aspects relating to the use of the SAP module 

10.

Travel Required 50% or more

11.

Able to work under pressure and meet customer deadlines

12.

Highly self-motivated and proactive change agent; flexibility; assertiveness; Intercultural awareness; Time management; Decision-making, and problem-solving skills

D. Licensure/Certification

Prior certification desired. Acceptable to achieve after hire via training: 

Team Lead Auditor assessor  Lean Practitioner (5S, 7 Wastes, & lean six sigma Value Stream Process Mapping) Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt or higher certified Certification- FAA P21 and P145


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