CREGG Recruitment are currently hiring a Supplier Engineer for a large medical company in Galway. For more information Email stephencoen@cregg.ie or call 0861030418

Job Purpose

Supplier Engineer II concentrates on all aspects of supplier selection, supplier process & material changes and technical support for all purchased commodities. The Supplier Engineering Team is responsible for the technical leadership and resolution of non-conformances within the supply chain and achieving year-on-year material cost reduction targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Team Member on Teams comprising representatives from Purchasing, Supplier Quality and Business Units responsible for all aspects of Supplier Management of Acquisitions.
• Demonstrates Technical skills in risk management and EUMDR remediation if required
• Responsible for supporting objectives of the Team in terms of Quality, Cost and Service.
• Supports Continuous Improvement of Quality & Quality Systems, Service Capability and Total Cost of Ownership throughout the Supply Chain.
• Supports investigation of Material Quality issues as they arise. Works with Quality, Procurement & Business Units to resolve issues and disposition product.
• Promotes the Quality System within the Supply Base.
• Works with Procurement, Supplier Quality Engineering, Receiving Inspection & Business Units to ensure that components meet established requirements.
• Ensures that adequate Corrective Actions are identified, implemented, and controlled by Suppliers
• Provides guidance to other functional areas in applying Supplier Management system requirements
• Contributes to the development, maintenance and improvement of Supplier Management Policies and Procedures.
• Communicates effectively with all Internal & External Stakeholders.
• Develops new Supply sources with Procurement Team
• Assesses and Approves Supplier Requested Process Changes
• Identifies, Supports and Leads Material Value Improvement Projects (VIP’s) throughout the Supply Chain.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 3-6 years’ work experience in Supplier Engineering role or similar field.
• HETAC Level 8 degree required.
• Previous experience of leading and managing projects required
• Working knowledge and application of business and technical concepts, procedures and practices required to successfully integrate new acquisitions.
• Knowledge to scope, plan and execute risk review and successfully remediate risks highlighted as a result of the review process.
• General knowledge of complimentary industry practices, techniques, and standards.
• Previous experience of managing acquisitions from a supplier management perspective desirable