Supply Chain Supplier Performance Manager

Eaton Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 97,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation’s Aerospace FMC division seeks a Supply Chain Supplier Performance Manager for our Jackson, MS facility. This role will manage under-performing suppliers, lead recovery plans, and compile supply chain data for reporting across Eaton Aerospace FMC in North America.

Up to 75% travel to suppliers nationwide is required. The role emphasizes driving supplier performance, establishing best-in-class procurement processes, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality,

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.
• Export-controlled information access requires U.S. person status as defined by regulations.
• No relocation benefit; candidates within 75-mile radius of Jackson, MS will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead network planning team in supplier delivery performance and SIOP.
• Establish and maintain procurement processes aligned with procedures and guides.
• Develop commodity knowledge and procurement process expertise within the Center of Excellence and Operations Fulfillment.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and address gaps with short-term recovery plans.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to meet targets.
• Drive systemic procurement improvements at sites and supplier sites.
• Leverage data to align priorities with site and business objectives.

Skills

Supply chain management

Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables)

Production and manufacturing knowledge

Lean tools

Communication skills

Organization and planning

Analytical and project management

Team collaboration

Curiosity and critical thinking

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Engineering or Supply Chain Mgmt (preferred)

Job description

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

The Supplier Performance Manager is responsible for the management of selected suppliers that supply goods and/or services to our organization. The Supplier Performance Manager will functionally report to the Operations Procurement Manager of Eaton Aerospace FMC in a newly created organization to improve the global performance of Eaton Aerospace FMC suppliers in North America. While responsible for under-performing suppliers, you will manage the action plan, recovery plans and improvement plan that will have to be put in place with those suppliers. In addition, you will be responsible for the compilation of the supply chain data for reporting towards Eaton Aerospace and related entities.

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:

• Lead network planning team in the execution, monitoring, and controlling of supplier delivery performance and supplier SIOP.
• 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.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to maintain on-going performance that meets defined targets and overall business needs.
• 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:

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 75-mile radius of Jackson, MS 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%.

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