Supplier Development Specialist

Position: Supplier Development Specialist

Reports to: Supplier Development Manager

Position Summary:

Responsible for strategic supply base development to improve Tenneco's supply base, including on-site supplier assessments. Drives quality and productivity improvements at existing suppliers. Assesses new potential suppliers and deploys standardized supplier quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify new suppliers in alignment with new product performance requirements; actively participate in sourcing decisions and having supplier reviews with Program and Commodity Teams.
• Track and monitor supplier performance and determine development steps as needed.
• Complete on-site supplier assessments and control plan audits. Follow up to open action items.
• Support global purchasing needs during supplier transitions, supplier rationalization and localization programs. Support commodity and program teams for resourcing activities
• Support major internal and new customer projects initiated by Tenneco globally.
• Support Tenneco plants and businesses on major critical quality, delivery and supplier issues;facilitate timely implementation of permanent corrective action and resolution.
• Supports purchasing cost saving & VA/VE activities
• Supports the Tenneco Plant as assigned to help resolve supplier issues and train as needed
• Support with developing, improving and training Tenneco processes.
• Other duties as assigned

Education/skills and Experience

• B.S. Degree in a related Business or Technical discipline; or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years related work experience in quality, preferably in automotive manufacturing.
• Familiar with a range of materials and processes, e.g. steel, stamping, forging, machining, casting, cold heading, rubber, plastic, heat treating, and electromechanical products.
• Experience with supplier assessment and audits, IATF and / or ISO audit certification desired.
• Demonstrated ability and skills to support supplier development activities, continuous improvement initiatives and quality management tools.
• APQP, PFMEA, MSA and Control Plan training and practical experience preferred.
• 6Sigma certified (level of Green Belt) a plus
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing,
• Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications
• Strong team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written (English is a must).

• Demonstrated self-starter and able to work independently, as needed to execute strategies to meet goals.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability and skills of Kaizen and problem-solving methodologies (like 8D).
• Knowledge of quality management systems and automotive standards.

Travel

Ability to travel as required. Estimated 50 to 60%. International travel may be required

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.