Supplier Performance Manager

Eaton; Fareham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Eaton in the United Kingdom is seeking a Network Supplier Performance Manager to lead supplier recovery and drive ongoing performance improvements across the aerospace FMC network.

You will partner with the network planning organization, manufacturing facilities, and the Procurement Center of Excellence to ensure the proper flow of material to meet and exceed customer expectations, addressing under-performing suppliers and driving improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management.
• 5 or more years of procurement experience.
• Supply Chain experience in the aerospace industry (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Direct supplier recovery efforts by developing and executing corrective action plans, monitoring supplier performance, mitigating delivery risks, and ensuring timely closure of recovery actions to support production commitments.
• Foster strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers to drive alignment, improve communication, and ensure successful execution of customer commitments and performance targets.
• Establish and maintain best in class procurement processes in alignment with corporate and division procedures & training guides.
• Develop commodity knowledge and procurement process expertise within the Procurement Center of Excellence(s) and Operations Fulfilment organization to support effective supplier management, continuous improvement and problem solving.
• Monitor overall supplier performance metrics (Past Due, OTD, DPPM etc.) and address performance gaps by driving defined tactical strategies in accordance with the Focus Supplier Process or other short-term recovery plans.
• Drive process for systemic operational procurement improvements at sites and (Focus) supplier sites, using procurement/ materials tools.
• Leverage supply chain data to establish, refine, and communicate Operations Fulfilment priorities in alignment with site and business objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Team player

Problem solving

Lean tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

PowerBI

Kinaxis

MFGPro

Excel

Job description

Join Eaton and be a part of our commitment to providing impactful, energy-efficient solutions that shape a sustainable future. At Eaton, we make what matters work, and we're dedicated to fostering a workplace where ethics, inclusion, diversity, and our people are at the forefront This role offers the opportunity to be based at one of three key UK aerospace FMC locations, while travelling up to 75% of the time to support our people, operations, and customers across the business. You could be based at Bedhampton , a specialist site focused on the assembly and testing of hydraulic parts for aircraft motors and pumps; Titchfield/Daedalus, where our aerospace fuel systems expertise is entering an exciting new chapter with the move to a state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence for aerospace manufacturing in Europe; or South Molton , our long-established Devon facilitydelivering precision-engineered components to some of the worlds leading aerospace brands. Whichever site becomes your home base, youll play a key role in connecting our UK aerospace network and helping drive excellence across multiple locations.

What youll do:

Eatons IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Network Supplier Performance Manager. The Network Supplier Performance Manager reports to the Operations Fulfilment Manager in a newly expanded organization dedicated to improving the global performance of Eaton Aerospace FMC suppliers globally. This role will be partnered with the network planning organization, manufacturing facilities and the Procurement Center of Excellence to ensure the proper flow of material to meet and exceed customer expectations and address under-performing suppliers to drive and sustain supplier performance improvements for the assigned network.

Responsibilities:

• Direct supplier recovery efforts by developing and executing corrective action plans, monitoring supplier performance, mitigating delivery risks, and ensuring timely closure of recovery actions to support production commitments.
• Foster strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers to drive alignment, improve communication, and ensure successful execution of customer commitments and performance targets.
• Establish and maintain best in class procurement processes in alignment with corporate and division procedures & training guides.
• Develop commodity knowledge and procurement process expertise within the Procurement Center of Excellence(s) and Operations Fulfilment organization to support effective supplier management, continuous improvement and problem solving.
• Monitor overall supplier performance metrics (Past Due, OTD, DPPM etc.) and address performance gaps by driving defined tactical strategies in accordance with the Focus Supplier Process or other short-term recovery plans.
• Drive process for systemic operational procurement improvements at sites and (Focus) supplier sites, using procurement/ materials tools.
• Leverage supply chain data to establish, refine, and communicate Operations Fulfilment priorities in alignment with site and business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management
• 5 or more years of procurement experience
• Supply Chain experience in the aerospace industry (preferred)

Skills:

• Solid understanding of global supply chain functions and its related component
• Advanced knowledge of Excel required including the use of v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.
• Solid understanding of ERP systems, MFGPro, SAP, PowerBI, Kinaxis plus
• Proven knowledge of production and manufacturing principles and processes
• Strong knowledge of lean tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational, time management and planning skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and project management skills.
• Team player with a receptive disposition, and a desire to contribute to the success of the supply chain operation.
• Be inquisitive - Dig deeper - Do not systematically take 'yes' for an answer

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
• Great company benefits

We make your aspirations matter Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving peoples lives and the through power management technologies We make your wellbeing matter We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, its about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process. All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.