Technical Team Member on teams comprising representatives from Purchasing, Supplier Quality and Business Units responsible for all aspects of Supplier Management.
Demonstrates technical skills in commodity management.
Responsible for supporting objectives of the team in terms of Quality, Cost and Service.
Supports Continuous Improvement of Quality & Quality Systems, Service Capability and Total Cost of Ownership throughout the Supply Chain.
Supports investigation of Material Quality issues as they arise. Works with Quality, Procurement & Business Units to resolve issues and disposition product.
Promotes the Quality System within the supply base.
Works with Procurement, Supplier Quality Engineering, Receiving Inspection & Business Units to ensure that components meet established requirements.
Ensures that adequate corrective actions are identified, implemented and controlled by Suppliers
Provides guidance to other functional areas in applying Supplier Management system requirements
Contributes to the development, maintenance and improvement of Supplier Management policies and procedures.
Communicates effectively with all internal & external stakeholders.
Develops new Supply sources with Procurement Team
Assesses and approves supplier requested process changes
Identifies, supports and leads material value improvement projects (VIP’s) throughout the Supply Chain.
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science Degree (level 8) in Engineering/Technology
4+ years experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent with direct experience in a QA environment (preferably GMP regulated)
Experience in the medical device industry is an advantage
Experience on an automated/high volume line an advantage