Sr Supplier Dev Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Senior Supplier Development Engineer drives operational excellence and improves supplier performance by leading and managing supplier development efforts across the APU supply base. The role contributes to supply chain efficiency through strategic sourcing and supply chain management, and serves as a key focal point within the supplier readiness organization for APU platforms and customers. The position collaborates with supplier development engineers and the broader supply chain organization. The role develops supplier capabilities and performance to meet increasing demand and organizational needs. It addresses supplier quality, reliability, capacity, innovation, cost, risk, and operational improvement while building strategic supplier relationships. It also manages the supplier development budget and partners with suppliers on operational excellence projects to improve product flow and throughput, reduce lead times, and increase yield.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
At least 6 years of experience in supplier development, engineering, or a related leadership role.
Proficiency in budget management and financial acumen.
In-depth knowledge of supplier development strategies, supplier relationship management, and quality control.
Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier performance assessment, and supplier capability building.
Strong skills in driving innovation in supplier processes and cost-saving initiatives.
Must be a U.S. person: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or person with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status, due to U.S. export control compliance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering or a related field.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to drive change and influence stakeholders.
Proven track record of delivering results.
Demonstrated ability to act with urgency.
Ability to develop and improve management operating systems.
Professional certifications in project management, supply chain, procurement, or contract management.
Expertise in supplier development, including improving supplier capabilities to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements and knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends.
Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end supply chain management.
Cross-functional experience at the interfaces of engineering or technology, operations, and sales or marketing.
Ability to analyze supplier performance data to drive continuous improvement.
Capability to identify and mitigate risks in the supplier network.
Proficiency in managing cross-functional projects involving suppliers and internal teams.
Knowledge of lean principles to enhance supplier processes and reduce waste.
Effective communication for collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives for supplier performance and operational efficiency.
Familiarity with ERP systems for tracking supplier data and procurement activities.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute supplier development strategies aligned with organizational goals and increasing demand.
Establish and enforce supplier performance standards, conduct capacity assessments, and collaborate with suppliers on improvement opportunities to ensure quality and reliability.
Promote innovation in supplier processes and product offerings, continuous improvement, and cost-saving opportunities.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders to support collaboration, transparency, and mutual growth.
Identify and provide resources for supplier capability building aligned with evolving organizational needs and requirements.
Assess and mitigate supplier risks, including disruptions, quality issues, and compliance concerns.
Manage the supplier development budget, allocate resources efficiently, and seek cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality.
Partner with suppliers to lead and support OPEX projects that improve product flow and throughput, reduce lead times, and improve yield.
Serve as the key focal point within the supplier readiness organization for APU platforms and customers, collaborating across supplier development and supply chain teams.