Manager, Supplier Performance – Individual Contributor

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. Lead internal and supplier containment actions with Operations and Quality .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • MexicoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier management, including leading recovery efforts, conducting RCCA investigations, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in performance tracking and utilizing Lean principles to enhance supplier operations and quality.

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Supplier Recovery EffortsRoot Cause And Corrective Action (RCCA)Lean Principles And ToolsSupplier Performance ManagementAdvanced Proficiency In English

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Hard Skills

Supplier AssessmentsManufacturing Process TechnologyFMEAControl PlansKPI TrackingAPQPCross-Functional Project ManagementContinuous Improvement InitiativesSupplier Transition ManagementRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Stakeholder CoordinationPresentation SkillsCrisis ManagementCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeLOBWIPClear To BuildMilestone Charts

Industry Keywords

Supplier Containment ActionsSupplier Improvement PlansManufacturing ProcessesEngineered ComponentsQuality Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead internal and supplier containment actions with Operations and Quality
Facilitate supplier kick-off meetings and rapid response actions
Conduct Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations
Coordinate stakeholders to develop and implement supplier improvement plans
Monitor leading and lagging KPIs and evaluate containment exit criteria
Escalate persistent issues to crisis mode or tiger teams
Partner with Commodity Teams and SBUs on closed-loop feedback and transition to sustainable operations
Identify supplier sites and prioritize development based on risk, impact, and strategic commodity needs
Conduct supplier assessments using SRA, SHA, and Gemba
Engage suppliers through development roadmaps, training, and targeted maturity-model actions
Align with Commodity Managers and Engineering teams on supplier readiness for new programs or volume ramp-ups
Facilitate improvement plans, KPI tracking, and gate reviews
Monitor supplier maturity and initiate sustainment planning
Support long-term monitoring and supplier re-engagement cycles
Develop manufacturing process technology tools and standardization, including FMEA and Control Plans
Lead or support supplier transitions and smooth handover of work scope
Monitor supplier maturity post-transition
Align internal business units and suppliers on performance expectations and continuous improvement
Execute APQP for new product launches and work transition projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Ability to travel to supplier sites as needed - minimum of 50% of time
Advanced proficiency in English
Led supplier recovery efforts, supplier transitions, and RCCA investigations for critical quality and delivery issues, driving corrective actions to closure
Managed cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean principles and tools
Managed supplier performance for engineered components and manufacturing processes, including castings, plastics, machining, mechanical fabrication, forgings, and electrical components
Presented supplier performance and recovery plans to customers, senior leadership, and supplier executives
Performance tracking using MS Office, LOB, WIP, Clear to Build, and milestone charts
Must be authorized to work in Mexico without company immigration sponsorship now or in the future
The company will not seek export authorization for this role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent work environment
On-site gym facilities
Wellness area & Sports tournaments
Engagements events
Talent development programs
Transportation arrangements within proper radius from site
Eco-friendly parking
Medical & Life Insurance