Supplier Management Engineer III Mechanical (Onsite in Loveland, CO)

Veralto • Loveland, CO

402d • $74,900 - $103,000

About The Position

The Supplier Management Engineer III at Hach is responsible for planning and executing engineering projects focused on supply chain risk reduction and cost reduction. This role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring on-time delivery and quality of components, and documenting processes and procedures. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers to drive project execution and support global supplier risk management.

Requirements

• BS Degree preferred/required, with 5 - 7 years experience in a mechanical, industrial, aerospace or automotive engineering role.
• Experience in design & qualification in several manufacturing methods such as plastic molding, sheet metal fabrication, machining, mechanical assemblies & packaging.
• Technical acumen in design for quality/manufacturability, component design, and assembly.
• Experience in identifying manufacturing process improvements and quality of components that can lead to a direct PPV positive impact.
• Project-based execution with tight deadlines and proven results.
• Financial analysis skills, BOM analysis & definition, component pricing, assembly costing, overhead cost modeling.
• Experience resolving root cause of supplier issues related to manufacturing techniques and quality.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge in electronics, including electrical and electromechanical components.
• Lean manufacturing and/or 6 sigma experience.
• Knowledge of Change Management concepts.
• Data and fact-based problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive project execution for in-sourcing, outsourcing, and vertical integration initiatives.
• Forecast financial savings metrics and provide input to the annual budget cycle.
• Develop cost optimization projects with target suppliers and internal teams.
• Ensure project deliveries on time to support global procurement supplier strategies.
• Identify potential supplier cost out projects and develop preliminary business cases for evaluation and prioritization.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously across all funnel stages.
• Drive DFM product collaboration with design engineering and operations teams.
• Understand a variety of manufacturing processes and facilitate technical discussions with suppliers.
• Develop and document Supplier Management team processes and standard work.
• Develop and maintain a tooling database to control supplier tools lifespan.
• Act as a technical and process resource to Supplier Management Engineers II and the Procurement Team.
• Partner with Commodity Managers to identify material cost productivity projects.

Benefits

• Benefits starting Day 1 including medical/dental/vision, 401k with company matching
• Annual Performance-Based Bonuses
• Family benefits including family planning support and paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
• Independence with a supportive team and manager

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees