Supplier Development Manager - Casting And Machining Bardi

Supplier Development Manager - Casting And Machining
Bardi
Emilia Romagna, Bardi

For our Italian Branch located in Caponago (MB) we are seeking a committed and proactive:Supplier Development Manager – Casting and Machining Supplier Development Manager" is a function within Global Category Management and Supply Chain Development department of Systems Division, designated to manage development of new and existing suppliers, developing capabilities of suppliers and production network while ensuring reliability of supply chain in close cooperation with strategic procurement and technical matter experts.

The function supports the strategic and operational procurement functions on Global basis in technical selection of suppliers, evaluation as well development of suppliers for parts requirements, in the area of casting and machining.

As an important part of the role, the function supports and coordinates with various internal functions like Engineering, Procurement (Strategic and Operational), Value Engineering and Order Management in affairs related to development of suppliers, Products as well Group Production network. the main task will be mainly:Lead and execute projects for development of parts with new or existing suppliers or improvement projects with existing suppliers.

Lead and execute the technical and quality audits at new suppliers / suppliers under development or for re-assessment in cooperation with Technical and Quality department.

Define action plan with suppliers in development on gaps and improvements necessary for qualification & improvements.

Monitor and support suppliers with help of technical experts on identified parts, problems and agreed improvement actions on quality and delivery performance. Lead, execute and manage the trial orders at newly developed suppliers / suppliers under development till handover to Operational Procurement / Purchasing including coordination and monitoring of the prototype parts validation process for planning and obtaining results to release suppliers for operational buying Lead and execute designated Make or Buy Projects Coordinate with internal interfaces like Engineering and Category management, technical specialists, and operational procurement as necessary during development phases and implementation of learnings as well process optimization.

Candidate Profile:University Degree / HF in Technical subject (Mechanical or similar)5-8 years' experience in Operational or Strategic Procurement with additional 2-3 years' experience in Supplier DevelopmentEducation and / or practical experience in heavy engineering products industry with different products and systemsUnderstanding and experience with casting and machining supply chain related projectsEducation, training, or experience in Project Management will be of benefit. Experience / Knowledge of working in SAP-EnvironmentExperience / knowledge of use of Microsoft Office tools and presentation technicsFluent in English (verbal, reading and writing) - Any other language skills of added advantageWe are looking for: Good analytical and conceptual skills combined with ability to drive results. Effective communication and presentation skillsExperience in negotiation with suppliers and contract management. Ability to influence others and align various interests (Leadership qualities)Working in team, cross functional, cross cultural etc. Conflict handlingReadiness to travel. Project Management skills Multi-cultural skillsWe offer:Structured induction processFlexible and hybrid working conditions Versatile and autonomous activities and tasksWorking environment with professional development opportunitiesParticipation in job-related training and further educationAppreciative cooperation with a family-like corporate culture Demonstrated lived values that value diversityDynamic, international environment with committed employeesWe look forward to receiving your complete application documents Burckhardt Compression IT | Location: Caponago (near Milan), Italy I Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers.

The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services.

Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.