Supplier Performance Manager - Network

Eaton; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Network Supplier Performance Manager based near Irvine, CA. This role leads supplier performance initiatives across the network, coordinating with planning, manufacturing, and procurement to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

Travel up to 75% is required to manage supplier relationships within the region. The candidate will drive corrective actions, implement best practices, and work within IPTs to meet program commitments and cost targets while ensuring compliance with ITAR

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management supporting a manufacturing environment.
• Must be willing to travel up to 75%. Mostly local travel to suppliers within Orange County, CA.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is ITAR regulated and requires U.S. person status.
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration for this role; must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must reside within 50 miles of Irvine, CA.

Responsibilities

• Direct supplier recovery efforts by developing and executing corrective action plans and monitoring performance.
• Foster partnerships with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers to align goals and improve communication.
• Serve as the primary supply chain focal point within IPTs, guiding material and supplier strategies for program execution.
• Establish and maintain best-in-class procurement processes in line with corporate guidelines and training.
• Develop commodity knowledge within Procurement Center of Excellence to support supplier management and continuous improvement.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and address gaps with tactical recovery plans as needed.
• Drive systemic procurement improvements at sites and supplier locations using procurement tools.
• Leverage supply chain data to set Operations Fulfillment priorities aligned with site goals.

Skills

Supplier performance

Supply chain

Excel

PowerBI

SAP

Kinaxis

Lean tools

ERP systems

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MFGPro

SAP

Excel

Kinaxis

PowerBI

Job description

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Supplier Performance Manager - Network.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $112000 - $164000 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

Eaton’s IS AER FMC ( Fluid Motion Controls) division is currently seeking a Network Supplier Performance Manager. This position will be based out of Irvine, CA. Candidate must reside within 50 miles of Irvine.

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.

• Must be willing to travel up to 75%. Mostly local daily travel to suppliers via auto within Orange County, CA.

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.
• 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.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management supporting a manufacturing environment.
• Must be willing to travel up to 75%. Mostly local travel to suppliers via auto within Orange County, CA.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.”
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future .
• Must reside within 50 miles of any of Irvine , CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or supply chain management from an accredited institution
• 5 or more years of procurement experience
• 7 or more years in supply chain management
• 3 or more years of experience leading multi-functional teams or projects
• 3 or more years of Supply Chain experience in the aerospace industry

Position Criteria

• 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

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