Supplier Relationship Engineer
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- Shanghai
- Permanent
- Full-time
Supplier Relationship EngineerThe purpose of a Supplier Relationship Engineer is to enhance supplier performance and productivity by assessing their operations, implementing improvements, ensuring they meet quality requirements, and resolving any technical issues, ultimately optimizing the supply chain and contributing to the overall success of the Project.Key Responsibilities,Close coordination with quality function and suppliers to qualify and develop suppliers, ensure first piece / prototype qualificationResponsible for field expediting ( on-site ). They will be aligned with operational procurement and act as a escalation function for performance issuesDrive supplier performance management together with supplier quality teamExecuting performance management program in collaboration with category managementProcess specific requirementsSupplier capability improvements by identifying the gaps and closely working with suppliers to resolveImprovement of performance KPI ( OTD and Quality Inspection )Enhancement of supplier matrix in align with procurement strategyRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, manufacturing, casting or forging, machining, metallic material etc.5+ years' experience in manufacturing or related fields is required. Minimum 1-3 years of industry specific experience in supplier management.Deep understanding of Forging/Casting/Machining manufacturing processes. Ability to analyse capabilities of a supplier and check suitability. Ability to optimize manufacturing processes in collaboration with supplier to mitigate risk of quality issues and delays. Ability to manage potential risks in all stages of the manufacturing process to prevent loss and ensure smooth production.Ability to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with vendors, characterized by transparent communication, timely fulfilment of contracts, continuous performance evaluation, and proactive risk mitigationProficiency with MS Office, digital and Analytical skills is a plusWorkable English skills both in speaking and writing