The supply chain engineer will support the supply chain organization and the supply base with the planning and execution of processes designed to improve overall supplier performance (quality, delivery, and cost). This role will interface with individual buyers and category managers, departments and/or segments.
essential duties and responsibilities
* drive the maintenance and implementation of standard work procedures and business processes.
* identify standard work and process improvement needs.
* validate supplier capabilities, capacity and quality systems.
* address short‑term performance issues through 8d/scar and rapid continuous improvement.
* apply tools from lean principle methodology to drive continuous improvement efforts related to business processes.
* lead supplier continuous improvement events (cies).
* participate on councils to share project results, present ideas, and solicit feedback to help support individual or team project assignments.
* lead or participate in launch readiness programs.
* monitor supplier quality and delivery performance.
minimum qualifications
* bachelor’s degree within engineering or engineering technology with three (3) or more years of experience within supply chain or a related field.
* ability to travel up to 50%.
preferred qualifications
* relevant industry–related certifications.
* supply chain experience within the manufacturing industry.
* effective communication skills.
* strong organizational skills with exceptional follow‑through and attention to detail.
* strong time‑management and prioritization skills, able to multi‑task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.
* ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with constantly changing requirements.
* experience and proficiency with various web‑based software applications including microsoft office word, excel, powerpoint, sharepoint, etc.
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