Supplier Development Engineer - experienced (Aerospace)

Parker Hannifin; Elyria (OH); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and holidays

Résumé du poste

An aerospace technology company in Elyria, Ohio, is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to manage supplier performance and quality. This role involves evaluating supplier capabilities, conducting audits, leading improvement initiatives, and being the key liaison between the company and suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in supplier development. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in materials management, business, or engineering.
• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of supplier development experience.
• Strong background in engineering, manufacturing processes, quality systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical product drawings.
• Experience with PPAP and Quality System Improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; leadership and teamwork.

Responsabilités

• Manage supplier performance to ensure quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Conduct audits and manage corrective actions for suppliers.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve technical, quality and delivery performance issues.
• Develop and implement performance improvement plans for key suppliers.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve supplier issues and root causes.
• Foster supplier partnerships and drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Provide technical support and training to suppliers; travel 20%.

Connaissances

Supplier development

Quality systems

Lean / continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Project leadership

Financial/cost reduction

Excel / PowerBI

Formation

Bachelor's degree in materials management, business, or engineering

Outils

PPAP

Quality system improvements

ERP systems

Description du poste

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. Export Compliance and/or U.S. Government Contracting Citizenship eligibility requirements.

This is an on-site, individual contributor position in Elyria, Ohio. A Bachelor's Degree is required.

Position Summary

A Supplier Development Engineer (SDE) manages supplier performance to ensure quality, cost, and delivery requirements are met by improving supplier processes and resolving production issues. The SDE will report directly to the Site Supply Chain Manager. Key responsibilities include evaluating supplier capabilities, conducting audits, managing corrective actions, fostering supplier partnerships through on-site support, and driving cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives for both new and existing suppliers.

Essential Functions

• Supplier Selection & Onboarding: Evaluate new suppliers' capabilities, conduct technical and quality system audits, and assist in their onboarding process to ensure they meet company standards. Collaborates with the business unit to establish preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, competencies, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations.
• Performance Improvement: Develop and implement performance improvement plans for key suppliers, focusing on quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Rate Readiness: Conduct and review Production Readiness and Risk Assessments (PRA) onsite at the supplier and provide improvement opportunities that helps to develop the partnership with FSD-E.
• Quality Management: Oversee the production part approval process (PPAP), implement control plans, and ensure supplier compliance with quality standards
• Problem Solving: Lead cross-functional teams to resolve technical, quality and delivery performance issues with suppliers, performing root cause analysis and driving robust countermeasures.
• Relationship Management: Act as a key technical liaison between the company and suppliers, building strong partnerships to improve performance.
• Cost Reduction: Identify opportunities to lower product costs and reduce supply risk by improving supplier processes Manage and lead supplier continuous improvement proposals.
• Project Leadership: Play an active and leading role in various cross functional and independent projects through management, analysis, or data development – with the ultimate goal of developing into a collaborative and cooperative team player on an organization-wide level.
• Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to suppliers, offering training and support to improve their manufacturing capabilities and quality systems.
• Analytics: Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics,and generate reports for senior management to highlight trends and performance gaps.
• Domestic and international travel may be required, 20% of the time.
  
  

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in materials management, business, or engineering.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 - 7 years of supplier development experience.
• Technical Expertise: A strong background in engineering, manufacturing processes, quality systems, and relevant industry standards. Ability to read and interpret technical product drawings. Experience with PPAP and Quality System Improvements in the supply base. Manufacturing engineering experience preferred. Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions, such as using A3 methodology.
• Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of industry market trends, manufacturing processes, and technological developments relevant to the company's products is important. Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop data-driven improvement plans. Exceptional analytical skills to tackle complex engineering problems are a must.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to effectively communicate with suppliers, internal teams, and senior management.
• Detail-Oriented & Self-Motivated: Capable of managing multiple priorities and working effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and projects is crucial.
• Leadership: Ability to influence, lead, and drive cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Computer Proficiency: Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing. Technically proficient in Excel, PowerBI, and ERP systems.
  
  

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind.

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.
  
  

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California, Massachusetts, New York, Washington. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations.

Please note the internal job title for this position is Subcontract Procurement Specialist but will function as a Supplier Development team member.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

• Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
• Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015).
• This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.