Supplier Development & Performance Manager

Federal Pacific is seeking an experienced Supplier Development & Performance Manager to lead supplier qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives across our supply chain.

This position is responsible for developing, evaluating, and strengthening supplier relationships to ensure expectations for quality, delivery, technical capability, and operational performance are consistently met.

The successful candidate will work closely with Supply Chain, Quality Control, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to drive supplier excellence, resolve performance issues, mitigate supply chain risks, and support the organization's continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop suppliers to support business growth and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments, risk evaluations, qualification reviews, and on-site audits.
• Develop and maintain supplier scorecards and key performance indicators (KPIs) measuring quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
• Monitor supplier performance, identify trends, and lead improvement initiatives to address performance gaps.
• Lead supplier corrective action processes, utilizing structured problem-solving methods such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis.
• Verify the implementation and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions to ensure sustainable improvements.
• Partner with suppliers to improve manufacturing processes, product quality, operational efficiency, and delivery performance.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive measurable results.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Quality Control, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to resolve supplier-related issues and support production requirements.
• Analyze supplier performance data, quality trends, and operational metrics to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and present supplier performance reports, audit findings, and improvement recommendations to leadership.
• Support supplier onboarding, new product introductions, and supplier readiness assessments.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Supplier Quality, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a technical, manufacturing, engineering, operations, or production environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production environments, and supplier performance management.
• Demonstrated experience conducting supplier evaluations, audits, and performance reviews.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret supplier performance data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Proven problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively to supplier locations and manufacturing facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical components.
• Experience with supplier quality management systems and supplier development programs.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management principles and auditing practices.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of 8D problem solving, Root Cause Analysis, and corrective action management.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or related credentials.

Travel Requirements

• Estimated travel of 50-75% to supplier locations, manufacturing facilities, and partner sites.

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