Principle Specialist, Supplier Development (remote)

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Are you interested in joining a dynamic global team that has a great impact on the Collins organization? If so, then this is the job for YOU!

The Principal Specialist Supplier Development, will have the responsibility to manage a portfolio of key high impact suppliers to drive supplier improvement and sustained performance

You will help key suppliers in the resolution of significant issues that are likely to have a business-wide impact by working cross functionally with Engineering, Quality and Operations leadership. In addition, you will coordinate the resolution of company/department wide risks/obstacles to ensure manufacturing, supply chain, and delivery schedules are in alignment with customer needs. You will also be responsible for reporting key suppliers’ progress to operational initiatives at executive reviews with senior level leadership, both internal and external.

This is a remote position that must be focused on Long Island, NY. Relocation is not available for this role.

What You Will Do:

• Improve overall performance of attributed key suppliers using Collins continuous improvement program and tools.

• Lead onsite assessments to assess supplier qualifications and drive overall supplier improvement including training and certifications

• Assess and risk mitigate supplier capacity readiness by understanding Collins program needs, engaging key stakeholders, performing assessment, establishing, and tracking action plan.

• Comprehend complex issues and overcome them through structured tactical and strategic activities

• Establish partnerships at all levels within the supplier, emphasizing collaboration, clear expectations, common goals, trust, and transparency.

• Identify risks and gaps in supplier manufacturing processes and develop sustainable gap closure plans.

• Assist the supplier in establishing data / metrics to evaluate the health and stability of the manufacturing process

• Must be willing and able to travel 70% (day travel) and 5% (overnight)

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience 

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract 

• 2+ years of prior experience in supply chain, quality, operations or engineering

• 2+ years of prior experience in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with root cause analysis or continuous improvement tools

• Prior experience from the aerospace …