Job Overview:
Pay Range: $74.05hr - $79.05hr
Requirement/Must Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or Supply Chain.
- 10+ years of experience in supplier development, supplier quality, plant quality, manufacturing, or supply chain.
- Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Program & Project Management, Six Sigma, APQP, and PPAP processes.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, capacity analysis, and quality systems.
- Proven experience in supplier performance improvement and recovery initiatives.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and stakeholder management abilities.
- High level of resilience, accountability, and professionalism.
- Ability to work effectively in matrix and cross-cultural environments.
- Proven ability to coach and develop supplier capabilities.
- Ability to travel 50% or more (Domestic and Overseas) and engage with supplier operations.
Responsibilities:
- Lead supplier performance management across quality, delivery, capacity, scalability, and sustainability including KPI tracking and reviews.
- Develop and execute supplier quality and delivery improvement plans to reduce SPPM and ensure on-time delivery.
- Perform supplier risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
- Drive continuous improvement and supplier training using Six Sigma and Lean methods, including Kaizen initiatives.
- Lead structured problem solving (8D and root cause analysis) and ensure sustainable corrective actions.
- Manage supplier readiness for new product launches, including APQP, PPAP, and process validation.
- Validate supplier capacity, scalability, and technical capability.
- Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments across quality, processes, and capacity.
- Manage supplier-related programs management for NPI, ramp-ups, and recovery initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, operations, and quality.
- Establish governance, define KPIs, and drive supplier performance standards.
Nice to Have:
- Proven experience with new product integration, outsourcing, and greenfield operations.
Skills:
- Lean Manufacturing.
- Six Sigma.
- APQP.
- PPAP.
- 8D/RCCA.
- VSM.
- Kaizen.
- Capacity Analysis.
- Supplier Quality Management.
- Program Management.
- Project Management.
Qualification And Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or Supply Chain.
Benefits:
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.