Procurement Engineering / Supplier Transition / Program Manager

Veriipro; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriipro is seeking an experienced Procurement Engineering and Supplier Transition professional to lead supplier transition programs. You will ensure smooth operational continuity with a focus on effective program management and supplier qualification.

The ideal candidate should have a robust engineering background, proven experience in managing supplier transitions, as well as strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in supplier transition and qualification programs.
• Proven program management skills including scheduling and milestone tracking.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing, automotive, or life sciences industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supplier transition programs from Supplier A to Supplier B.
• Develop detailed transition plans including timelines and cutover strategies.
• Coordinate ERP system updates and ensure supplier master data accuracy.

Skills

Supplier Transition Management

Program Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Engineering and Supplier Transition professional to lead supplier transition programs and ensure smooth operational continuity. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, program management expertise, and hands‑on experience managing supplier qualification, cutover, and supply chain integration activities across global operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supplier transition programs, managing transitions from Supplier A to Supplier B, including hand‑offs to production buyers.
• Develop and execute detailed transition plans, including timelines, inventory build, cutover strategy, and run‑out planning.
• Coordinate ERP system updates and ensure supplier master data accuracy for transactional readiness.
• Ensure continuity of supply through PO coverage, delivery adherence, and proactive issue resolution.
• Maintain and manage program risk and issue logs, driving mitigation and escalation as required.
• Act as a primary interface between suppliers and customer plant teams, including sourcing, quality, and inspection.
• Oversee PPAP planning and execution in compliance with Customer Quality Procedures (CQP).
• Manage First Article Inspection (FAI) processes at supplier facilities or remotely.
• Drive Supplier Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA) and Product Deviation Notices (PDN) to timely closure.
• Support Supplier Process Audits, document findings, and implement recommendations.
• Apply engineering knowledge in GD&T, materials, and drawing interpretation to support inspection plans.
• Support ECN (Engineering Change Notice) management and new product development (NPD) projects.
• Monitor and report supplier quality KPIs, expedite unresolved issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and qualify alternate suppliers to mitigate risk and ensure supply continuity.
• Collaborate effectively with global cross‑functional teams including Quality, Engineering, Sourcing, and Operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Plastics, Manufacturing, Industrial) or related discipline.
• Strong hands‑on experience in supplier transition and qualification programs.
• Proven program management skills including scheduling, milestone tracking, and risk management.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and supplier master data management.
• Experience in inventory build, cutover, and run‑out planning.
• Familiarity with procurement engineering, production buying operations, and supplier contract terms.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with experience in large‑scale data handling and KPI dashboards.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FAI, CAPA, PDN, and ECN processes.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawing interpretation, materials, ASTM and equivalent Asian standards.
• Experience with sheet metal, machined parts, plastics, rubber, electrical, and electro‑mechanical components.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing, automotive, industrial, or life sciences industries.
• Excellent stakeholder communication, escalation management, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.