Supplier Development Engineer

Position summary:  The Supplier Development Engineer works closely with Suppliers, Program Managers, Purchasing, Engineering, and Manufacturing on all aspects of the relation between ADAC and the Supplier. This includes evaluation of potential new suppliers, monitoring product development for new components, and resolution of issues with existing components.  Job Family: Engineer/Technical   Competencies:  Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, finds many ways to add value to the team; probes to draw out richer input from others; is a valued resource who goes out of the way to help others. Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. For example, pays attention to others’ insights, advice or instruction, grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail. Nimble Learning: Learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. For example, experiments to find the best possible solution and gains insight from test cases. Makes use of new concepts and principles when addressing problems. Learns from mistakes to avoid repeating them. Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. For example, sees even subtle cues to adapt; deploys a wide range of behaviors to stay effective. Exemplifies flexibility and resourcefulness; responds deftly to a variety of challenges and situations.   Essential Responsibilities: Domestic and International Travel to supplier locations to evaluate potential new suppliers, monitor existing suppliers, and resolve concerns with product supplied by existing suppliers. Monitor suppliers on new product development to support ADAC’s new product development process. This may include onsite reviews at the supplier location to observe progress on current product development or resolution of product concerns in relation to ADAC’s product development. Evaluate potential new suppliers by conducting onsite visits and auditing the potential suppliers’ manufacturing systems.  Coordinate with suppliers on corrective actions in response to identified rejections of supplied product to ADAC’s facilities. This includes receiving information from the supplier in a timely manner, reviewing/approving the content, and populating ADAC’s Customer Concern Notification system.  Complete any tasks assigned in the ADAC’s Change Notice system regarding new product development and / or Supplier Process Change Requests.  Receive Supplier Process Change Requests from suppliers and coordinate the resolution of these requested changes through ADAC’s Change Notice process and associated departments. Coordinate with the Purchasing Buyer to maintain a commodity analysis report for any assigned supplier commodities implementing any actions identified in this report in a timely manner.     Education & Experience:  Associates or bachelor’s degree in engineering / Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience working in the automotive industries. Experience working in Supply Chain Management. Non-Essential Responsibilities: All other duties as assigned by the Supplier Development Manager.   Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Communication: Effectively communicates in all forms (verbal, email, reports) to ensure all levels of required associates (Supervisor, Teammates) are informed of the status of current projects. Decisiveness: Must be able to evaluate a supplier’s capabilities and deliver a clear opinion based on the information received regarding the supplier’s ability to support ADAC’s requirements. Quality Core Tools: Understanding of the Basic Core Tools for the Automotive Industry as identified by the AIAG (FMEA, SPC, APQP, MSA, PPAP). Problem Solving: Ability to solve problems in a disciplined manner. Understanding of 8D method is required.  Coordination: Effectively distributes and manages information received to ensure deliverables are met within required timing. Manufacturing Knowledge: Understands product manufacturing and is familiar with:Raw materials, production processes, quality assurance, and other techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of a manufacturing process.Knowledge of blueprints, drawings, and models. Knowledge of machines and tools required in the production and control of company products. Supervision Received: Supervision Received Specific Direction: Follows established work procedures. Receives periodic checks for performance. Refers unique questions/conditions to immediate supervisor. X General Direction: Plans and arranges own work. Uses a wide range of procedures to accomplish assigned objectives.  Limited Direction: Works from overall policies, goals and budgetary limits. Virtually self-supervising with direct accountability for final results. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervisory Responsibility List X No supervisory responsibilities. Supervises direct and indirect subordinates.  Responsible for the productivity and quality of the subordinate’s work performance. Formally evaluate subordinates’ performance (IE: Annual Performance Reviews, recommend promotions or disciplinary actions) Determines and delegates work assignments, priorities, and procedures for subordinates. Approve vacation, sick time, and schedule changes. Interview and recommend candidates for selection in partnership with manager.  Train new and existing employees on Company policies and procedures. Advise subordinates on problem resolutions. Reports out on work quality and productivity of subordinates.   Physical Requirements:   Average Daily Physical Requirements  None  .25 hour - 2 hours 2.5 hours - 5.5 hours 5.5 hour + Work in stationary position X Move about work area X Use hands/fingers to handle or feel X Reach with hands and arms X Ascend/Descend (stairs/ladder/etc.) X Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X Communicate with various parties X Detect flavors or smells X Move containers up to 30 pounds X Visual acuity X Read and understand written word X Drive/Travel X Operate computer and general office machines X Operate Machines: Manufacturing Equipment X Other: International Travel as required - TBD     X     Environmental Conditions:  Average Daily Environmental Conditions  None  .25 hour - 2 hours 2.5 hours - 5.5 hours 5.5 hour + Normal office environment: No exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise or chemicals or hazardous equipment.  X Plant environment: exposure to dust, oil, various chemicals, and extreme noise. X Travel: Limited exposure to outside elements.  X Other: FLSA Classification Justification: Duty Questions YES NO EXAMPLES 1. Is the employee compensated on a salary basis at a rate not less than $913 per week? (Note this can include 10% non-discretionary bonuses, commission, and incentives if paid at least quarterly.) Yes See compensation 2. Does the employee’s primary duty consist of managing the enterprise or a customarily recognized department or division thereof? If yes, please describe:   No Assembly Department  3. Does the incumbent regularly and customarily supervise two or more employees who are employed in the department or subdivision that the employee manages? No Supervises over 900 associates. Interview, select, and train employees? Coach employees in proper job performance techniques and procedures? Direct the work of employees and set/adjust their rates of pay and hours of work? Maintain records on employee productivity for use in supervision or control? Appraise employee’s productivity and efficiency to recommend promotions or other changes in status? Handle employee complaints and grievances and discipline employees when necessary? Plan other employees work and determine the techniques used in their work? Apportion work among different employees? Determine the types of materials, supplies, or tools to be used by other employees? Control the flow and distribution of materials and supplies? Provide for the safety of employees and the property of the employer? Control the budget? If yes, please explain:   Monitor or implement legal compliance measures? 4. Does the incumbent have shared responsibility for the supervision of the same employees in the same department? If yes, please describe:   No 5. Does the incumbent have the authority to hire or fire other employees?   No If no, is it part of the incumbent’s job to make recommendations on hiring, firing, advancement, promotion, or other change of status? Are the incumbent’s recommendations frequently relied upon? 6. What percent of working time does the incumbent spend providing the leadership duties and responsibilities described above? ___0__% 7. LIST THE EMPLOYEES WHOSE WORK IS CUSTOMARILY AND REGULARLY DIRECTED BY THE INCUMBENT. LIST THE TITLES AND COUNTS: