Supply Chain Project leader

Eaton Corporation•Raleigh, NC

5d•$97,000 - $143,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Eaton’s Electrical Sector, Critical Power Solutions (CPS) division is currently seeking a Supply Chain Project Leader to perform supply chain activities related to new product introduction. This role's primary function is sourcing of goods and services to support new product launch operations. Commodities may include mechanical components, electrical assemblies, electronics, and others as required. The expected annual salary range for this role is $97,000 - $143,000 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
Minimum 2 years purchasing or supply chain in a manufacturing environment
Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485job portability, etc.
Only candidates within a 50 miles radius of Raleigh, NC or Richmond, VA will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration
Three years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
CPIM or CPM certification
SAP System Experience
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Experience with digital tools and processes
MRP/Material Planning Systems (SAP preferred)
General manufacturing practices
Purchasing practices/contracting methods & strategies
Ability to train peers or new purchasing personnel
Component purchasing and supply sources
Continuous improvement tools and processes
Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings and specifications

Responsibilities

Support all SCM (Supply Chain Management) related activities for 3 phase, Data Center Power Distribution and Battery cabinets Pro-Launch projects
Perform material/component risk analysis identifying high risk items such as new electronics or new technology requirements
Engage with Engineering for any prototype requirements tracking to delivery to meet project plan
Ensure all Activity Matrix activities are completed to ensure project timelines per the Pro-Launch plan
Support all SCM BOC (Business Opportunity Calculations) defined by the project charter
Assist engineering with any Capital Budget Requests related to tooling or project related capital requirements
Facilitate vendor engagement in the design for manufacturability and design cost reduction where possible
Provide gate review packages with risk analysis to SCM DGC (decision gate committee) voting member prior to gate reviews with recommended yes/no approval
Manage the ESSP (Eaton Standard Sourcing Process) document for each project to track readiness
Quote or engage Global Procurement Organization (GPO) for quoting/costing and supplier selection to ensure project launch readiness
Make/Buy Analysis when needed
Landed cost modeling when needed
NDA (non-disclosure agreement), SAP supplier setup, working with Commodity Management on Master Purchasing agreements
Aligning Invoicing related to project requirements with Finance schedules
Ensure forecast requirements for projects are aligned with vendors and production SCM to support per the Pro-Launch plan
Develop Planning BOM’s (bill of material) to drive material based on the forecast with assistance of SCM and project management input
Coordinate with Manufacturing to ensure part delivery and part presentation fit the production plan
Review and approve all project part related CO’s (change order) coordinating with vendors and production SCM to ensure latest revision level availability per the Pro-Launch plan
Coordinate with supplier quality/production SCM and Vendors to ensure PPAP (production part approval process) requirements are covered per the Pro-Launch plan
SIOP (sales inventory operations planning) engagement to highlight project inventory impact