SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

Etel S.A.; Môtiers NE; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Etel S.A. in Môtiers NE seeks a Supplier Development Engineer to lead supplier qualification and ensure technical feasibility while maintaining quality.

You will collaborate with global suppliers, conduct audits, define control plans, and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing and sourcing processes.

The position offers an international environment with an 80%–100% workload, permanent contract, starting by agreement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• At least three years’ experience in similar positions.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Cross-functional / cultural team player.
• Passion for driving continuous improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product qualification phase in the sourcing process.
• Discuss, clarify, and achieve technical feasibility with suppliers.
• Actively support the Detail Design Review highlighting technical and process difficulties; understand cost drivers and propose alternatives.
• Release the product control plan and define the control level internally and at the supplier’s site.
• Define and release purchasing specification.
• Perform supplier audits.
• Deal with supplier norm requirements (RoHS, REACH, TSCA, etc.).
• Assure production continuity daily for purchased components and supplier quality concerns.
• Act proactively with other departments, with a clear overview on project milestones.
• Support procurement, collaborate with Quality Control, provide solutions to rework parts, etc.
• Establish collaboration with suppliers to guarantee a competitive and long-term relationship.
• Write 8D reports for customers when supplier issues are concerned.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Continuous improvement mindset

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor or Master in mechanical or industrial engineering

Job description

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SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

ETEL worldwide leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance motion control components and high-end mechatronic motion systems based in Môtiers. We currently call upon a growing diversity of skills which take part in the exciting adventure of our international activity. Contribute to our growth!

We are looking for

An organized, structured and rigorous person with very good negotiation and communication skills. Someone curious and technology driven, autonomous and proactive.

We offer you

• A challenging position in an open and dynamic midsized employer within an international environment.
• Competitive compensation with great working conditions in a modern and innovative high-tech company.
• A long-term commitment and the opportunity to develop a rewarding career.

Your Mission

• Lead the product qualification phase in the sourcing process.
• Discuss, clarify, and achieve the technical feasibility with the suppliers of the products concerned.
• Actively support the Detail Design Review highlighting technical and process difficulties. Understand the cost drivers and propose alternative solutions.
• Release the product control plan and define the control level internally and at the supplier’s site.
• Define and release purchasing specification.
• Perform supplier audits.
• Deal with supplier norm requirements (RoHS, REACH, TSCA, etc.).
• Assure production continuity daily for purchased components and supplier quality concerns.
• Act proactively with the other departments, having a clear overview on the project’s milestones.
• Support procurement, collaborate with Quality Control, provide solutions to rework parts, etc.
• Establish collaboration with suppliers to guarantee a competitive and long-term relationship.
• Write 8D reports for customers when supplier issues are concerned.

Your Profile

• Bachelor or master's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• At least three years’ experience in similar positions.
• Knowledge of the main production technologies (ex. precision machinery, stamping, etc.) and metrology.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• and reliable communicator both verbally and in writing.
• Cross-functional / cultural team player.
• Passion for driving continuous improvements

• Etel S.A.
  Rue de la Gare 13
  2112 Môtiers NE

• Work location 2112 Môtiers NE (NE)
• Workload 80% - 100%
• Employment start By agreement
• Employment duration Permanent
• By online Online form