Responsibilities

• Executes plans to support supply chain objectives as part of the product transfer: Supplied material risk mitigation, supplier performance, and material value improvement projects.
• Competent to execute material qualification activities (component qualification, acceptance testing, statistical analysis) and knowledgeable in use of all relevant business tools and concepts (product data management).
• Partners with cross functional team members to qualify and improve supplier processes/performance. Executes all phases of engineering work with guidance.
• Interfaces with suppliers with support from commodity team members to support investigation of supplied material issues or supply constraints.
• Addresses all supply constraints. Supports product complaint investigation where the supplied material is a potential root cause. Uses basic statistical tools where appropriate.
• Proficiency in report writing, presentation creation, and communication skills is essential.
• May need to travel to transfer sites (5-10% travel).

Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering - Mechanical, Chemical or Material Science
• 2+ yrs. Engineering experience
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Previous experience in working with suppliers in medical device industry desired but not essential
• Individual must be self-motivated and results orientated.