Spec Mfg Eng

3M•Maplewood, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Co-packing, Filling & Assembly Supplier Performance Specialist supports supplier performance and service-level execution, resolves supplier material issues, and provides technical procurement support. The role uses project management to deliver savings and productivity through VAVE, supports NPI/CMP supplier qualification and launch readiness, and drives supplier continuous improvement. It also owns asset management and supplier databases, improves service escalation governance and intake processes, and contributes to supplier risk modeling and supply chain resiliency. The position follows an on-site working model at the 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota, requiring at least four days per week at the site. Travel may include up to 20% domestically and internationally. Relocation is not authorized. The employee must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employment visa sponsorship. 3M employees are expected to comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards and to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, or Procurement, completed and verified before starting.
Five years of manufacturing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Current, valid driver’s license.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, or Procurement from an accredited institution.
Five years of proven experience in strategic thinking, engineering and procurement process design, and process and program management to drive initiatives aligned with 3M’s strategic goals.
Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to identify opportunities, improve processes, and enable sustainable operations.
Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills to influence change with internal and external stakeholders and higher management.
Demonstrated project management skills, including leading cross-functional initiatives, managing competing priorities, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and delivering measurable improvements in supplier performance, cost savings, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Manage supplier performance and service-level execution.
Manage and monitor resolution of supplier material issues.
Use project management skills to deliver savings and productivity through VAVE.
Provide technical procurement support.
Support NPI/CMP supplier qualification and launch readiness.
Drive supplier continuous improvement initiatives.
Own asset management and the supplier database.
Improve service escalation governance and intake processes.
Support supplier risk modeling and supply chain resiliency.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
Contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.