Strategic Supplier Development & Performance Lead

NORDAM; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NORDAM is seeking a procurement and supplier development leader to drive continuous improvement across supplier networks. You will oversee delivery and quality performance, review processes, and guide sourcing decisions to optimize total cost and capacity.

The role requires a strong mix of communication, leadership, and analytical skills, with Six Sigma Green Belt and extensive experience in manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Business, Materials Management or related discipline.
• Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred.
• Combination of experience and training may substitute education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage continuous improvement activities at NORDAM suppliers to improve delivery and quality performance.
• Lead reviews of manufacturing and special processes at suppliers for compliance and opportunities.
• Evaluate total cost of procurement to support best sourcing decisions.
• Monitor supply chain to support P&L initiatives, lean manufacturing and capacity readiness.
• Develop and improve supplier development and supplier management processes including risk management and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with NPI suppliers on test schedules and qualification activities; liaise with Engineering and Quality.
• Engage with suppliers to ensure specification compliance and manage supplier performance.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Data presentation

Risk management

Supplier relationships

Conflict resolution

Time management

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Access (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Materials Management or related

Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Job description

NORDAM is seeking a procurement and supplier development leader to drive continuous improvement across supplier networks. You will oversee delivery and quality performance, review processes, and guide sourcing decisions to optimize total cost and capacity.

The role requires a strong mix of communication, leadership, and analytical skills, with Six Sigma Green Belt and extensive experience in manufacturing environments.