Supervisor of Supplier Development and Industrialization

Location: Hanover (Logistic Ctr), PA, United States Job ID: 92028 We Elevate... Quality of urban life Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874. Join us as a Supervisor of Supplier Development and Industrialization Your main responsibilities Manufacturing Engineering (INDU) is a competence center in supply chain. It provides expertise for project or program support, acting as a knowledge center of product configuration, engineering, manufacturing technology, product cost management and supplier development and Industrialization. The Supervisor of Supplier Development and Industrialization (INDU) manages the development and implementation of modular, scalable, and sustainable high-quality products and processes at our external suppliers. These responsibilities must align with customer requirements, capability enhancements, and supplier risk mitigation strategies. Additionally, this position holder manages supplier KPI target setting, supplier scorecards, escalation processes, supplier performance resolution, and supplier training. This role also oversees a group of primarily US-based technical experts and the supplier approval process for Component production and supply for NI (new installation) and MOD (modernization) products. Essential Function Manage the achievement of strategic and tactical chain management goals with the successful implementation of the overall Supplier Industrialization process, including packing and labeling, and transferring the know how of the design, drawings, BOM, and configuration rules. Provide new product development support with suppliers, including PFMEA, PPAP, and SPC management, to develop supplier capabilities in predicting delivery volume, quality, and cost. Manage and execute the overall Supplier Approval (SA) process and the Production Readiness Review (PRR) for SC NA both for internal manufacturing and external suppliers. Monitor supplier performance and define corrective actions for low OTD and PPM metrics reporting suppliers. Support the SSO team in finding cost-effective solutions for processes and products for our suppliers. Drive VA/VE (Value Analysis and Value Engineering) initiatives with suppliers and identify and execute material and labor cost reduction and quality improvements. Lead the implementation of the Industrialization Master Project Schedule at the supplier. Lead, develop, and empower the team to drive strong performance, build technical capabilities, and successfully execute component development, product industrialization, and validation strategies. Establish team objectives, conduct performance reviews, and create development plans that strengthen individual capabilities and align performance with organizational goals. Build and implement in-house training programs, skill assessments, and team-building initiatives that enhance team capabilities and foster shared learning across SDI. Provide leadership and technical direction in defining supplier component development requirements and validation process strategies, ensuring successful modular product industrialization and supplier execution. What you bring Education Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field such as Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering Experience 8 - 10 years working knowledge of elevator components and manufacturing processes ((E&E - Elevator and Escalator, Automotive or Aerospace is of advantage). 5 - 10 years strong leadership experience on cross functional project management and change management. 8 - 10 years E&E …

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