Supplier Development Engineer

Shetland Islands Council is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to evaluate and monitor supplier performance. The role involves conducting supplier readiness activities for new product launches and resolving issues escalated from manufacturing plants.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate new and existing suppliers in coordination with Commodity Managers
• Monitor supplier performance and take action with suppliers failing to meet minimum requirements
• Conduct supplier readiness activities associated with New Product Launches to ensure sourced suppliers are fully prepared for launch
• Resolve any supplier issues escalated to Supplier Development from the MEC Manufacturing Plants
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Strong communications skills (verbal and written)
• Strong Conflict management skills
• Strong knowledge of AIAG Core Quality Tools (APQP, FMEA, Process Flow, Corrective Action, Control Plans, etc.)
• Experience conducting audits of suppliers
• Leadership skills to conduct meetings with co-workers and suppliers
• Strong negotiation skills
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience required
• Three years of supply chain experience required
• Prior experience in the manufacturing industry preferred