Global Supply Chain

Under direct supervision, forecasts and communicates engineering, materials, and manufacturing requirements to suppliers. Provides input to outsourcing decisions by performing make versus buy analysis. Coordinates demand signals through MRP to minimize inventory exposure. Participates in Materials Core Team and coordinates product development process deliverables with team members (buyers, planners, production control). Supports the creation, releases, and updates to new project materials strategy. Participates in commercialization (transition) materials plan. Participates in the material change control change process. Assists in supplier price and delivery negotiations; under direct supervision may negotiate contracts as necessary. Utilizes the preferred supplier selection and assessment process when selecting suppliers. Completes supplier risk assessment on critical and unique parts. Monitors supplier performance (delivery, quality, cost). Works with engineering to identify preliminary critical parts, long-lead parts and inspection requirements. Assists in developing supplier and commodity road maps to engineering. Works with engineering to identify preliminary critical parts, long-lead parts and inspection requirements. Assists in developing supplier and commodity road maps to engineering. Demonstrates conceptual knowledge of theories, practices and procedures within a discipline Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience No supervisory responsibilities; accountable for developing technical contribution Exchanges straightforward information, asks questions and checks for understanding