Supplier Development Engineer

Job Title: Supplier Development Engineer
Location: Solihull (100% Onsite)
Contract Type: 12 Months, Outside IR35

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Supplier Development Engineer for a 12-month contract at our Solihull facility. This role is crucial for ensuring the supply base meets customer demands while maintaining high-quality standards. You'll focus on supplier development, risk assessment, process improvement, and performance management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Risk Assessments, Rate Readiness Assessments, and Capacity Assessments of the supply base.
• Drive adherence to quality procedures and specifications across suppliers.
• Approve suppliers according to the sourcing process.
• Contribute to problem-solving and process improvement activities using standard tools.
• Collaborate in defining material specifications with Engineering, Process Engineering, Purchasing, and suppliers.
• Establish and manage supplier development programs, ensuring corrective actions are followed up.
• Perform supplier audits as part of sourcing and development programs.
• Negotiate and finalize supplier quality manuals.
• Support escalation paths for unresolved quality issues and poor supplier performance.
• Define actions for early production containment to prevent disruptions.
• Maintain and track supplier records for ongoing evaluation.
• Execute regular supplier performance ratings and improvement initiatives.
• Establish continuous improvement programs with suppliers.
• Track, update, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supplier performance.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Proven experience in aerospace or manufacturing, including risk assessments, process capability, and statistical process control.
• Skills:
  • Ability to interpret Engineering drawings and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
  • Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong background in supplier audits and supplier quality management.