SWJ Technology
Supplier Performance & Development Engineer
SWJ Technology, Montgomery, Alabama, United States, 36136
SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a
Supplier Performance & Development Engineer
for a client in the automotive industry, specializing in car manufacturing. This is a
direct-hire
role based in
Montgomery, AL
that requires onsite presence. If you’re eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.
PURPOSE Responsible for purchasing activities relating to supplier safety, cost, quality, delivery, and service for production parts and new model parts development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Track, measure, and improve part related Supplier Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Development (S-QCDD) key performance indicators.
Select, develop, and manage supply base for production parts, components, and systems by:
Preparing Requests for Quotation (RFI/RFQ) for multi-year full production quantities
Negotiating long-term agreements and maintaining competitive pricing
Leading yearly cost reduction activities
Monitoring and improving supplier safety, quality, and delivery performance
Enhance supplier safety, part quality, and delivery, as well as reduce risks.
Write action reports related to effective countermeasures for part quality defects.
Continuously expand expertise in automotive component function, supply chain, quality control, and manufacturing processes.
Communicate the results of supplier process audits and put forward corrective suggestions.
Devise ideas together with R&D from the initial product development stages, as well as develop parts together with suppliers.
Formulate and implement yearly commodity and supply base strategy based on Annual Purchasing Value and all other relevant factors.
Explore available technology and implement best practices related to purchasing activities.
Evaluate part designs with engineering, quality, and suppliers to obtain optimum efficiencies.
Plan, organize, track, and disseminate information related to production suppliers.
Maintain up-to-date supply base information database.
Perform localization activities by identifying target parts for localization, sourcing local suppliers for new and existing vehicle projects, and formulating and implementing localization commodity and supply base strategy.
Support alignment of business plan themes and mature the negotiation performance and cost management organizational operating model that optimally supports operating infrastructure.
Collaborate with internal and external groups and individuals, effectively manage stakeholders, resolve issues, conduct advanced problem analysis, problem solving, and decision‑making capability.
Ensure purchasing maintains competitiveness in which all potential suppliers are treated impartially, honestly, and consistently.
Perform cost studies with comparative analysis.
Ensure any changes in design of components are approved through 4M (Man, Machine, Material, Method) process.
Work closely with suppliers to optimize supplier processes by identifying inefficiencies and other areas of loss and develop/implement viable countermeasures through (PDCA) system.
Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
Meet all other requirements as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields
0 – 10 years job related experience preferred
OEM or parts components supplier experience desired
REQUIRED SKILLS
Proficient computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
SAP or equivalent ERP system(s) desired
Business / Technical Writing: Crafting and delivering professional emails, reports, proposals, and presentations to communicate complex information in a clear and accessible way to various audiences.
Negotiation and Persuasion: Effectively communicating ideas and influencing others.
Communication: Possessing a broad and nuanced vocabulary to express complex idea, demonstrating strong grammatical accuracy and fluency. Speaking and writing English with confidence and ease utilizing clear enunciation and appropriate tone.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.
FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE
Location: Montgomery, AL
Schedule: Day shift, 40h/w
Assignment Start: ASAP, direct-hire
DISCLAIMER This job description is a high‑level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Supplier Performance & Development Engineer
for a client in the automotive industry, specializing in car manufacturing. This is a
direct-hire
role based in
Montgomery, AL
that requires onsite presence. If you’re eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.
PURPOSE Responsible for purchasing activities relating to supplier safety, cost, quality, delivery, and service for production parts and new model parts development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Track, measure, and improve part related Supplier Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Development (S-QCDD) key performance indicators.
Select, develop, and manage supply base for production parts, components, and systems by:
Preparing Requests for Quotation (RFI/RFQ) for multi-year full production quantities
Negotiating long-term agreements and maintaining competitive pricing
Leading yearly cost reduction activities
Monitoring and improving supplier safety, quality, and delivery performance
Enhance supplier safety, part quality, and delivery, as well as reduce risks.
Write action reports related to effective countermeasures for part quality defects.
Continuously expand expertise in automotive component function, supply chain, quality control, and manufacturing processes.
Communicate the results of supplier process audits and put forward corrective suggestions.
Devise ideas together with R&D from the initial product development stages, as well as develop parts together with suppliers.
Formulate and implement yearly commodity and supply base strategy based on Annual Purchasing Value and all other relevant factors.
Explore available technology and implement best practices related to purchasing activities.
Evaluate part designs with engineering, quality, and suppliers to obtain optimum efficiencies.
Plan, organize, track, and disseminate information related to production suppliers.
Maintain up-to-date supply base information database.
Perform localization activities by identifying target parts for localization, sourcing local suppliers for new and existing vehicle projects, and formulating and implementing localization commodity and supply base strategy.
Support alignment of business plan themes and mature the negotiation performance and cost management organizational operating model that optimally supports operating infrastructure.
Collaborate with internal and external groups and individuals, effectively manage stakeholders, resolve issues, conduct advanced problem analysis, problem solving, and decision‑making capability.
Ensure purchasing maintains competitiveness in which all potential suppliers are treated impartially, honestly, and consistently.
Perform cost studies with comparative analysis.
Ensure any changes in design of components are approved through 4M (Man, Machine, Material, Method) process.
Work closely with suppliers to optimize supplier processes by identifying inefficiencies and other areas of loss and develop/implement viable countermeasures through (PDCA) system.
Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
Meet all other requirements as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields
0 – 10 years job related experience preferred
OEM or parts components supplier experience desired
REQUIRED SKILLS
Proficient computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
SAP or equivalent ERP system(s) desired
Business / Technical Writing: Crafting and delivering professional emails, reports, proposals, and presentations to communicate complex information in a clear and accessible way to various audiences.
Negotiation and Persuasion: Effectively communicating ideas and influencing others.
Communication: Possessing a broad and nuanced vocabulary to express complex idea, demonstrating strong grammatical accuracy and fluency. Speaking and writing English with confidence and ease utilizing clear enunciation and appropriate tone.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.
FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE
Location: Montgomery, AL
Schedule: Day shift, 40h/w
Assignment Start: ASAP, direct-hire
DISCLAIMER This job description is a high‑level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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