Prin Supplier Tech Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Principal Supplier Technology Engineer plays a pivotal role within the organization, focusing on optimizing supplier technologies to enhance product quality and performance.

As a key technical expert, this individual will be responsible for collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure that the supply chain operates efficiently and effectively. By leveraging engineering principles and supplier relationships, the Principal Supplier Technology Engineer drives innovations that contribute to superior product development and supply chain resilience. This role is crucial for maintaining competitive advantage and ensuring that the organization can meet its production goals while adhering to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers to improve technology and processes.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on technical capabilities.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Mentor teams in understanding supplier technology and methodologies.
• Analyze supplier performance data to identify improvement areas.
• Develop and implement best practices for supplier engagement.
• Lead cross-functional teams to solve supplier-related issues.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to suppliers.
• Facilitate training sessions for internal teams on supplier technology.
• Work closely with procurement to align technical and sourcing strategies.
• Prepare and present reports on supplier performance and innovations.
• Design processes to minimize risks associated with supplier technologies.
• Act as the main liaison between the company and suppliers.
• Participate in product development projects from a supplier technology perspective.
• Document technical specifications and supplier requirements.
• Ensure timely resolution of technical issues raised by suppliers.

Required Qualifications