Supplier Performance Specialist

Emerson•Marshalltown, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves identifying, analyzing, and developing project plans, actions, and metrics for performance improvement projects with a select group of suppliers. The specialist will perform value stream mapping, utilize Lean techniques like SIPOC for problem-solving, and manage forecast consolidation, lot size optimization, and stocking programs. A key aspect of the role is to seek and eliminate non-value-add activities, regularly interact with suppliers to address performance issues, and collaborate with materials management at various sites. The position also includes participating in planning for on-time delivery and lead time reduction projects, and assessing supplier capabilities to ensure they meet business needs. Collaboration with assigned SQE (Supplier Quality Engineer) to resolve quality issues is also a responsibility.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Technical, Business or other related field OR 4 years industry experience in lieu of degree
5 + years of Purchasing, Materials, Engineering, Logistics or Manufacturing (exempt position) experience
Experience in Purchasing, Materials, Engineering, Logistics or Manufacturing (exempt position)
Technically proficient to collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Materials, Supply / Demand Management as well as all levels within the supplier’s organization.
Must be able to optimally connect with senior leadership and other cross functional teams across cultural/geographical boundaries.
Ability to travel up to 25% travel, including international travel.
Only U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 22 CFR §120) may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Ability to foster a collaborative and encouraging team environment by actively mentoring and guiding team members, promoting continuous learning, and encouraging professional development opportunities.
Collaborate with various departments to ensure flawless communication and resolution for customer needs, maintaining a high standard of organization throughout the process.
Strong project management skills

Responsibilities

Identify, analyze, develop project plans, actions and metrics associated with the performance improvement projects with a select group of suppliers.
Perform value stream mapping with key suppliers.
Use SIPOC [Supply Input Process Output Customer] or other structured [Lean technique] problem solving techniques.
Forecast consolidation
Optimize lot size
Stocking programs
Seek to eliminate Non-value add activities
Regularly interact and follow up with suppliers on performance issues.
Regularly interact with materials management at the sites
Participate in planning of on time delivery and lead time reduction projects
Assess supplier capabilities to ensure supplier is able to reach the level of performance, capability and capacity required to meet our business needs.
Work with assigned SQE to help identify and resolve any quality issues with targeted supplier.