Supplier Performance Manager - Grand Rapids, MI

VetJobs; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 97,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Aerospace FMC is seeking a Network Supplier Performance Manager at the Grand Rapids, MI facility. You will lead supplier recovery, partner with IPTs, and drive performance improvements to meet program commitments and customer expectations.

This on-site role requires up to 75% travel nationwide, a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in supply chain, and strong procurement/process expertise. Salary range is $97,000 to $143,000 annually, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of five (5) years progressive experience in supply chain management.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Export-controlled information; U.S. person required (citizen/national, green card holder, refugee or asylee).
• No relocation benefit; within 50 miles of Grand Rapids, MI; active-duty military exempt from geography.

Responsibilities

• Direct supplier recovery by developing and executing corrective actions; monitor performance and close recovery actions.
• Foster partnerships with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers to align and meet commitments.
• Serve as the primary supply chain focal point within IPTs; lead material and supplier strategies for program execution.
• Establish and maintain best-in-class procurement processes.
• Develop commodity knowledge within Procurement Center of Excellence and Operations Fulfillment.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and address gaps with defined tactical strategies.
• Drive procurement improvements at sites and supplier locations using procurement tools.
• Leverage supply chain data to align priorities with site and business objectives.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Lean tools

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Team player

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

v-lookups

Pivot tables

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Location and Travel

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Supplier Performance Manager. This position will be located at our Grand Rapids, MI facility. This position will require up to 75% travel to various suppliers throughout the United States.

Role Overview

The Network Supplier Performance Manager reports to the Operations Fulfillment 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.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000 - $143000 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What You’ll Do

• 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.
• Serve as the primary supply chain focal point within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), leading material and supplier strategies to support program execution, statement of work requirements, schedule adherence, cost objectives, and customer deliverables.
• 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 Fulfillment 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 Fulfillment priorities in alignment with site and business objectives.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years progressive experience in supply chain management.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Grand Rapids, MI will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of seven (7) years experience in supply chain management.
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in procurement.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience leading complex multi-functional teams or projects.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in supply chain supporting the aerospace industry.

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.
• 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.
• Must be willing to travel up to 75%.

City*

Grand Rapids

State*

Michigan

Job Category

Management

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Eaton

Salary Range

$75,000-$100,000