Vendor Risk Assessment Manager

US Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm said, “With what Virginia Transformer is doing, they are at the center of how we’re going to build out the backbone of our clean energy future.”

Virginia Transformer and Georgia Transformer Corp., is “the engineering firm that makes transformers.”

Join the largest US manufacturer of Power transformers, VTC – GTC have been leading to secure the reliability and resilience of our country’s electric grid for more than 50 years. We produce power transformers for all applications – to support our industry and power generation and distribution.

The demand for VTC- GTC transformers has surged due to the push to use Transformers made in USA. Our six state-of-the-art North American facilities are serving our country with the shortest delivery.

We need individuals who want to share in the pride we take in ensuring American manufacturing continues to flourish.

Job Title: Vendor Risk Assessment Manager

Location: Virginia Transformer

Job Description:

The Vendor Risk Assessment Manager is responsible for evaluating and ensuring vendor compliance with organizational processes, quality standards, and resource suitability. This role involves conducting assessments of vendors, both domestic and overseas, focusing on process compliance, product quality, and management systems. The position is critical in ensuring the quality assurance of the supply chain and vendor processes, aligning with Virginia Transformer’s high standards for operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive vendor risk assessments to evaluate resources, process compliance, and process suitability for manufacturing requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure vendor adherence to quality processes and industry standards.
• Analyze vendor manufacturing processes to ensure suitability for transformer component production.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with organizational quality assurance standards for domestic and international vendors.
• Develop and implement strategies for vendor quality improvement, addressing gaps in processes or resource management.
• Maintain strong communication with vendors to establish expectations and provide feedback on performance.
• Work closely with supply chain teams to integrate vendor assessment findings into procurement and sourcing strategies.
• Ensure alignment with corporate objectives regarding vendor quality assurance and risk mitigation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with a strong aptitude for process controls and quality processes.
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly for transformer components (preferred).
• At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing, with 15 years of total professional experience in related fields.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to evaluate complex processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of managing relationships with domestic and overseas vendors.
• Proficiency in quality assurance methodologies and tools.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of transformer component manufacturing and supply chain processes.
• Familiarity with international standards and regulations for manufacturing and quality assurance.
• Experience in managing vendor audits and assessments.

Why Join Virginia Transformer:

At Virginia Transformer, we are committed to engineering excellence and innovation. As a Vendor Risk Assessment Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our vendor network, contributing to our mission of delivering high-performance transformers worldwide.

Apply Now to become a part of our dedicated team and lead the charge in vendor quality assurance!