Supply Chain Engineer

**This is an on-site position in Avondale, PA with 40-50% Required Travel Domestic & International**

The Supply Chain Engineer is responsible for improving supplier capabilities to meet the organization’s quality, cost, and delivery expectations. The role develops and implements supplier performance improvement plans, leads audits and corrective actions, and supports new supplier qualifications and onboarding. The Supply Chain Engineer collaborates closely with Commodity Leaders, Quality, Operations, and Engineering to drive sustainable improvements.

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starts on Day One! Other great benefits available.

Free life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, Telehealth Appointments, and Employee Assistance Program.

Immediate vesting of 401(k) matching. Generous PTO and 11 Paid Holidays per year. And, most importantly...truly meaningful work!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Supplier Performance Management
  
  
  
  • Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics, including on-time delivery, cost, and quality.
  
  
  • Lead resolution of performance issues and implement corrective actions (CAPA).
  
  
  • Conduct supplier audits to validate quality systems, capacity, and continuous improvement programs. Ensures closure of identified issues.
  
  
  
  


• Supplier Development & Improvement
  
  
  
  • Identify and execute development opportunities in supplier manufacturing processes.
  
  
  • Support the implementation of cost, lead time, and process improvement initiatives.
  
  
  • Lead efforts to transition suppliers to dock-to-stock readiness and lean delivery models.
  
  
  • Implement short term and long-term corrective actions in supplier process for problems identified in inspection, internal manufacturing process, or at customer site.
  
  
  
  


• New Supplier & Product Support
  
  
  
  • Support new supplier qualification in collaboration with Commodity Leaders and Engineering.
  
  
  • Participate in NPI programs to ensure supplier readiness and capability alignment.
  
  
  • Create and manage deviations when required to support project timelines.
  
  
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  
  
  • Coordinate with internal Quality, Operations, and R&D teams to align supplier development objectives.
  
  
  • Participate in supplier business reviews and collaborate on risk mitigation plans.
  
  
  
  

Key Metrics for Success

• % of “A Suppliers” on contract (where on time delivery, defect rate, and lead time are consistently performing at or better than standard).


• Year-over-year cost savings.


• Percentage of parts that are dock-to-stock.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field required.


• 5+ years of experience in supplier quality, development, or manufacturing engineering.


• Experience with supplier audits and root cause corrective action (RCCA) processes and tools.


• Familiarity with Infor XA or equivalent ERP systems utilized within a job shop manufacturing environment preferred.

Key Skills & Abilities

• Analytical Thinking – Strong capability in diagnosing supplier issues and identifying improvements.


• Ability to analyze and understand technical drawings, preliminary bills of material (BOM), engineering sketches, CAD models, prototypes, specifications, and ad-hoc requirements.


• Knowledge of Design for Excellence principles, including Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, and Cost.


• Communication – Effective collaborator with both internal teams and external suppliers.


• Quality Systems Knowledge – Skilled in audits, CAPA, and supplier metrics tracking.


• Project Leadership – Able to manage multiple supplier initiatives across sites.

Work Environment & Travel

This role operates in an office and supplier site setting, including manufacturing floors and quality labs.

Travel: Frequent travel required (40–50%) to domestic and international supplier locations.