Supplier Development Manager

Pay-Rate: $84/hr on W2
Position: Supplier Development & Performance Manager
Location: Remote- WI
Duration: 4 -6 Months
Job Summary
The Supplier Development & Performance Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end supplier performance improvement across quality, delivery, capacity, scalability, and sustainability. The role drives operational excellence through Lean manufacturing, structured problem-solving, and advanced supplier development strategies while supporting new product launches, supplier readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business objectives and customer expectations.
Job Responsibilities
· Lead supplier performance management across quality, delivery, capacity, scalability, and sustainability including KPI tracking and reviews.
· Develop and execute supplier quality and delivery improvement plans to reduce SPPM and ensure on-time delivery.
· Perform supplier risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
· Drive continuous improvement and supplier training using Six Sigma and Lean methods, including Kaizen initiatives (e.g., VSM, TPM, takt optimization, changeover reduction, standard work, etc).
· Lead structured problem solving (8D and root cause analysis) and ensure sustainable corrective actions.
· Manage supplier readiness for new product launches, including APQP, PPAP, and process validation.
· Validate supplier capacity, scalability, and technical capability.
· Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments across quality, processes, and capacity.
· Manage supplier-related programs management for NPI, ramp-ups, and recovery initiatives.
· Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, operations, and quality.
· Establish governance, define KPIs, and drive supplier performance standards.
Requirements of the Position
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or Supply Chain.
· 10+ years of experience in supplier development, supplier quality, plant quality, manufacturing, or supply chain.
· Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Program & Project Management, Six Sigma, APQP, and PPAP processes.
· Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, capacity analysis, quality systems.
· Proven experience in supplier performance improvement and recovery initiatives.
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
· Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
· Proven experience with new product integration, outsourcing, and greenfield operations preferred.
· High level of resilience, accountability, and professionalism
· Ability to work effectively in matrix and cross-cultural environments
· Proven ability to coach and develop supplier capabilities.
· Ability to travel 50%+ (Domestic and Overseas) and engage with supplier operations.

Work arrangement
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