Supplier Performance Manager (SPM)

Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

As a Supplier Performance Manager (SPM), you will interface with the purchasing and supplier quality teams, and its’ supply base, to improve supplier performance. The role involves deep diving suppliers and its’ sub-tiers to identify risks, drive on-time / on-quality delivery, and industrialization / production readiness. Regular onsite and/or remote follow-up with each assigned supplier will be required, as well as regular reporting to internal and/or external stakeholders and customers.

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At ST Engineering - MRAS, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering - MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

What YOU will do:

• Responsible for the assessment, approvals, and monitoring of suppliers
• Reports on a regular basis results, risks, projects and general information relative to the suppliers to internal and/or external stakeholders and customers as required

• Support the development of suppliers (Supplier Development)

• In charge of the implementation of the Supplier Performance management strategy for respective suppliers
• Flow down performance targets to suppliers and associated team members

• Define Supplier Development key targets based on business requirements and manage their flow down and implementation
• Define the Supplier Surveillance Plan and the audit schedule
• Monitor and communicate supplier performance actions and plans (risks and mitigation plan, supplier production readiness, etc.)

• Implement relevant Supplier Key Performance Indicators to properly monitor supplier performance

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field, 3+ years of experience with a Quality System, and 2+ years materials and/or purchasing and/or lean manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years management or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Ability to travel frequently, as needed

Desired Characteristics:

• Quick learner with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, maintain focus, and adapt to a variety of challenges
• Experienced working in a team environment with project management
• Priority management and ability to resolve conflicts (internally & externally)
• Ability to negotiate with and persuade others
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills
• Executive presence and ability to drive successful supplier relationships while representing the company externally
• Change management understanding
• Team player and ability to coach others
• Innovative & solution-oriented
• Strong sense of time organization and urgency
• Knowledge of aviation manufacturing, supply chain, planning, engineering, and quality concepts; machine, sheet metal, casting, forging, forming, composite, and/or raw material commodities
• Strong analytical skill set mandatory; prefer advanced Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint) skills
• Familiar with ERP systems (Oracle and/or SAP desired) and SRM
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams while also being able to work independently

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $88,200 to $127,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening RequirementsAs part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careers@stengg.us.