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Supplier Development Specialist

Supplier Development Specialist

Tata TechnologiesPune, Maharashtra, India
1 day ago
Job description

Position : Supplier Development Specialist

Position Summary :

Responsible for strategic supply base development, including on-site supplier assessments. Drives quality and productivity improvements at existing suppliers. Assesses new potential suppliers and deploys standardized supplier quality management systems.

Responsibilities :

  • Identify new suppliers in alignment with new product performance requirements; actively participate in sourcing decisions and having supplier reviews with Program and Commodity Teams.
  • Track and monitor supplier performance and determine development steps as needed.
  • Complete on site supplier assessments and control plan audits. Follow up to open action items.
  • Support global purchasing needs during supplier transitions, supplier rationalization and localization programs. Support commodity and program teams for resourcing activities
  • Support major internal and new customer projects.
  • Supports purchasing cost saving & VA / VE activities
  • Supports the Tenneco Plant as assigned to help resolve supplier issues and train as needed

Education / skills and Experience

  • B.S. Degree in a related Business or Technical discipline; or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years related work experience in quality, preferably in automotive manufacturing.
  • Familiar with a range of materials and processes; e.g. steel, stamping, forging, machining, casting, cold heading, rubber, plastic, heat treating, and electromechanical products.
  • Experience with supplier assessment and audits, IATF and / or ISO audit certification desired.
  • Demonstrated ability and skills to support supplier development activities, continuous improvement initiatives and quality management tools.
  • APQP, PFMEA, MSA and Control Plan training and practical experience preferred.
  • 6Sigma certified (level of Green Belt) a plus
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing,
  • Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications
  • Demonstrated ability and skills of Kaizen and problem-solving methodologies (like 8D).
  • Knowledge of quality management systems and automotive standards.
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