Manager, Supplier Performance (Remote)

RTX•US-AZ-REMOTE, AZ

2d•$107,500 - $204,500•Remote

About The Position

The Manager, Supplier Performance works with key Collins Business Unit stakeholders to monitor and control supplier performance, conduct onsite risk assessments, and lead cross-functional teams in resolving issues with key machining and mechanical fabrication suppliers. The role coordinates identification and resolution of supplier risks and obstacles so manufacturing, supply chain, and delivery schedules align with customer needs, and provides technical support to suppliers resolving manufacturing challenges. This is a fully remote position, and the individual must be based in the continental United States. The role requires willingness and ability to travel 50%, primarily overnight.

Requirements

Typically requires a university degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience.
At least 3 years of prior experience in manufacturing operations, supply chain, or project/program management.
Must be willing and able to travel 50%, primarily overnight.
Must be based in the continental United States.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Operations and Supply Chain, Engineering, or another related business field.
Experience in machining or mechanical fabrication.
Experience in a shop-floor environment as a manufacturing engineer, industrial engineer, or production supervisor.
Demonstrated project management experience, with examples of success leading cross-functional teams to achieve results.
Background in materials management or master scheduling.

Responsibilities

Execute onsite assessments with buyers, quality, and engineering teams to drive supplier improvement.
Use the Supplier Development Playbook and other performance improvement tools to improve key supplier performance to Supplier Gold standards.
Partner with suppliers to identify and remove barriers to implementing Continuous Improvement tools that improve on-time delivery and quality.
Monitor and analyze supplier performance and apply sustainable countermeasures and actions to facilitate improvement.
Conduct production readiness assessments for New Product Introduction and rate increases, including capacity confirmation to ensure timely ramp-up to production volumes.
Monitor key performance indicators, analyze cost-to-serve performance data, and coordinate cross-functional work teams to increase the effectiveness of supply chain initiatives.
Engage management of key suppliers to initiate improvement programs and achieve and sustain high levels of performance.
Coordinate across sites and functional boundaries to identify and resolve risks and obstacles proactively and expeditiously, ensuring manufacturing, supply chain, and delivery schedules align with customer needs.
Plan, organize, direct, and report activities and matters relating to supplier performance.
Evaluate supplier performance, management, capacity, and production readiness.
Assess supplier qualifications, including training and certifications.
Develop supplier development plans and collaborate with suppliers to improve performance.
Communicate successfully with all levels of internal and external leadership.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverage.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Fertility and family-planning benefits.
Adoption assistance.
Autism benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Wellness rewards program.
Virtual doctor visits.
Child and elder care services.
Second-opinion medical program.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Paid time off and holidays.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation may be available, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.