Supplier Development Specialist

Quest Global  is a market leader in diversified engineering solutions and one of the global, reliable and long-term partners of numerous companies in the field of Transportation, Aerospace & Defense, Aero Engines, Industrial & Hi-Tech, Medical Devices, Oil & Gas and Power.

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Role Overview
Evaluate and assure supplier produced Aerospace components are delivered to the customer as agreed to meet build schedule. Identify Bottleneck/Capacity Constraints that will be used to develop improvement and mitigation plans for improved on-time delivery from suppliers. This Hybrid position requires aspects of Supply Chain management, procurement, manufacturing and quality assurance. Candidates must possess a driving license and have the willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

Supply Chain Management and Production Planning support of various OEM sites and their suppliers located within The Netherlands

Make detailed observations, gather part and process data, interpret/analyze that data, ensure closure of engineering questions and part non-conformances.

Monitor MRP tools, Production schedules, WIP (shop floor), and Non-conformances against delivery commit dates. Estimate / revise delivery dates.

Identify bottlenecks, conduct gap analysis, create mitigation plans, generate and track action items to closure.

Work requires the natural ability to easily develop positive, customer-facing, working relationships with engineers, buyers, and program management at both the OEM and supply base levels.

Conduct part transition planning, execution, and verification work.

Document, summarize, write reports, and disseminate information per requirements.

Develop/Enhance work instructions to implement best practices / lessons learned and ensure repeatability of tasks

Skills Required

Understanding of manufacturing processes i.e. Forging / Casting / Assembly / Machining / Special Processes

Planning / Raw material / Inventory / tool/ buffer stocks / Purchasing /procurement.

Involvement with Process Planning and Production Readiness reviews.

Familiarity with Operating/Work Instructions and Control Plans.

Exposure to Lean methodologies and tools.

Knowledge of Inventory Management and handling.

Understanding of in Production processes i.e. Machining / Assembly / CMM / Special Processes/5S/BOM.

Experience in using SAP or similar ERP system.

Experience with quality systems and industry standards (ISO
9000 / AS9000 / IRIS / COC) compliance (including process and material certs)

Knowledge of part qualification requirements (including PPAP/FAI/RCCA processes)

Understanding proper Measurement/Inspection tool use and requirements

History identifying and resolving part quality and delivery issues - including utilization of formal problem-solving tools and NCM requirements

Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies, tools, terms

Experience in a Supply Chain Management aspects / Production Planning / Quality / Operations.

Familiarity with Operating / Work Instructions and Control Plans.

Capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawing and technical information.

History of Customer facing.

Experience in a using SAP or similar ERP system.

Shipping and distribution.

Experience of structured problem-solving methodology:
Lean / ACE, lead change/improvement activity / DMAIC / 6 Sigma etc

Previous experience in Aerospace or Rail industries

Ability to read/interpret drawings including understanding of GD&T and critical characteristics (KPCs).

Experience in a using SAP or similar ERP system.

Ability to persuade and influence decision making without authority

Skills (Personnel)

IT literate Effective

Ability to travel up to 70% within the Netherlands

When not traveling, willing to work from our customer's office in Papendrecht

Personable

Good time management

Good Communication in English & Interpersonal skills

Geographically flexible

Customer Focus - Ability to build and develop Customer & Supplier relationships

Organizational Agility

Problem solving and Logical Thinking ability

Responsible for own Health and Safety and ensure compliance to supplier H&S procedures

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